https://stickthefeeling.com/denali-muldrow-glacier/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/p7020272.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/p6170077.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAHiking in towards McGonagall Pass in perfect weather.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/p6170071.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_25911.jpgIMG_2591https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_25011.jpgIMG_2501https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_2486.jpgIMG_2486https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_1100.jpgIMG_1100https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/192.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/182.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/141.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2025-07-18T16:29:46+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/2022/07/08/liminal-pt-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9620.pngIMG_9620https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9616.pngIMG_9616https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9615.pngIMG_9615https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9609.pngIMG_9609https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9607d.pngIMG_9607Dhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9597.pngIMG_9597https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9592.pngIMG_9592https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_9596.pngimg_95962022-07-10T16:30:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2022/01/01/what-the-winds-tell-us/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d1-launch.pngd1 launchLaunching from Union Pass. Thanks Sylvia! PC Bryan Miller2022-07-09T01:44:15+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2022/06/24/jasper-3/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/img_9573.jpgimg_95732022-06-24T19:47:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/what-the-winds-tell-us/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d15-cirque-overlook.pngd15 cirque overlookhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d19-sweetwater-gap-trail.jpgd19 sweetwater gap trailIt was pretty cool to find the actual sign. PC Devon Powellhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d19-lander-bar-beers.jpgd19 lander bar beershttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d19-final-sunrise.pngd19 final sunriseSunrise over Sweetwater Gap.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d19-car-return.pngd19 car returnVery glad to find, and start, the car.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d19-bridge-home.pngd19 bridge homeLong walk to the car.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d18-wind-river-summit.pngd18 wind river summithttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d18-sweetwater-gap-camp.pngd18 sweetwater gap camphttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d18-scs-wind-river-peak.jpgd18 scs wind river peakhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/d18-scs-walking.pngd18 scs walking2022-01-14T16:16:51+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/professional/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/2014-09-13-11-38-38-e1419840204411.jpg2014-09-13 11.38.38Speaking at the North American Passive House Conference in San Francisco, CA. 2014https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/scs-springmtn-2009.jpgSCS SpringMtn 2009Thanks for your interest!2022-01-01T19:50:13+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/about/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_9832.jpgIMG_9832Cello at The Commonshttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_7507.jpgIMG_7507Long ties down under.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_7342.jpgIMG_7342Debris. Pierce's Pass, NSW.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_6719.jpgIMG_6719Nephews and niece!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1426.jpgSkander moving in to the overhanging flake on No Drama ObamaMy best onsight yethttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_1155.jpgIMG_1155Grateful for my friends.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_0254.jpgIMG_0254Cirque of the Towers, WY.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/dsc00271.jpgDSC00271Summit of the best route yet.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/2013-12-27-16-39-50.jpg2013-12-27 16.39.50Chicago is still home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_4759.jpgIMG_47592022-01-01T19:41:53+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/2022/01/01/what-did-the-winds-tell-us/2022-01-01T19:24:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2020/11/22/the-fallacy-of-stock-price-and-other-disturbing-things/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/screen-shot-2020-11-22-at-9.18.08-am.pngScreen Shot 2020-11-22 at 9.18.08 AM2020-11-22T16:30:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2020/10/20/mountain-home/2020-11-22T16:21:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2020/10/24/gse/2020-10-25T03:27:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2020/09/27/what-would-i-have-posted-instead/2020-09-29T14:40:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2020/08/01/on-the-occassion-you-misssed/2020-08-02T04:12:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/12/31/2019-a-summary/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4362.jpgIMG_4362Sharing a few days in Red Rocks and Lime Kiln Canyon, AZ with both Patrick Noonan and Devon Powell was just crazy fun. Making friends with Eric Patak was a true bonus. Patrick is an undercover crusher who I have a lot more to learn from.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4248.jpgIMG_4248I managed to catch the light just before getting on a flight to Seattle. Suddenly saying goodbye gets harder.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4196.jpgIMG_4196Mid-November finally saw me back to climbing well, enjoying bouldering on an unlikely cold, clear day at Lost Horse.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_4085.jpgIMG_4085Jasper teaches us joyfulness.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_3758.jpgIMG_3758I had no clue how profoundly this little dude would change my regular patterns, and my understanding of living.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_3741.jpgIMG_3741Michael Hedrick continues to be an incredibly true mentor and friend. We had a healthy walk in the Bitterroot backcountry in August.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_3336.jpgIMG_3336Abigail and I celebrated our national independence by going to Canada. Banff National Park showed us amazing trail running, and frequent heavy rainstorms throughout our visit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_3207.jpgIMG_3207One of my favorite days of the summer, showing Caroline up Shoshone in Blodgett. It was harder than I remembered and a full value day out.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_3179.jpgIMG_3179Social media allows for a lot of bullshit. Thankfully https://mantalks.com/start-here/ doesn't allow for any. This guy has kept me asking for better from myself, and I'm really grateful.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img_1992.jpgIMG_1992Abigail kept talking up the "Don't Fence Me In" trail run in Helena, so we signed up and ran while visiting her mom for Mother's Day. The course more than lived up to the hype.2020-01-02T05:59:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/12/31/__trashed-4/2020-01-02T04:59:50+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/11/07/craft/2019-11-08T16:27:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/09/13/progression/2019-09-14T02:06:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/09/09/jasper/2019-09-10T01:28:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/05/01/have-the-conversation/2019-05-02T03:13:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/04/28/adventure-enablers/2019-04-28T17:07:06+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/05/14/to-truly-dance/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/img_6183.jpgIMG_61832019-04-03T04:40:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/03/23/patagonia-recommendations/2019-03-23T22:31:31+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/quotes/2019-02-23T02:08:29+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/2019/02/18/torres-del-paine/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0792.jpgimg_0792https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_1097.jpgimg_1097https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40702048_unknown.jpg40702048_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_1095.jpgimg_1095https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40702464_unknown.jpg40702464_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40702912_unknown.jpg40702912_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40702864_unknown.jpg40702864_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40702704_unknown.jpg40702704_unknown2019-02-18T22:10:15+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/02/09/penguins/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701888_unknown.jpg40701888_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701872_unknown.jpg40701872_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701632_unknown.jpg40701632_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701504_unknown.jpg40701504_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701808_unknown.jpg40701808_unknownhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/40701616_unknown.jpg40701616_unknown2019-02-09T14:15:01+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/02/05/winter-break/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0689.jpgimg_0689https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0679.jpgimg_06792019-02-08T15:18:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/02/03/sweet-with-hunger/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0695.jpgimg_0695https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0665.jpgimg_0665https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/img_0678.jpgimg_06782019-02-08T15:15:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2019/01/01/2019-intention/2019-01-02T06:14:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/snapshots/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/img_5660.jpgimg_5660https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ways-to-fail.pngways-to-fail2018-11-16T06:29:36+00:00weekly0.6https://stickthefeeling.com/2018/10/06/welcome-to-the-workplace/2018-10-06T22:17:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2018/09/10/the-city/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/img_9233-1.jpgIMG_9233 (1)Shuttling into the Cutthroat Classic with some other lovely characters. 2018https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/img_9225.jpgIMG_9225Tuesday nights, trading one set of work for another.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/img_6574.jpgIMG_6574Deep in the Glacier Peak Wilderness, 2017https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/img_2831.jpgIMG_2831Chiwaukum Mountains. 20152018-09-11T05:49:26+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2018/06/07/josie/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_2099.jpgimg_20992015, Indian Creek, Utah. Josie always acted taller than she looked. Dodging potholes, or plowing up to an ice climb, she was always game.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_2116.jpgimg_21162014, Missoula --> Las Vegas. Always the reliable partner, Josie worked all night to take me and Simon to Red Rocks.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/luckyshot.jpgluckyshot2012, northern Nevada. A lucky shot while speeding home to Missoula from a trip to Yosemite. An amazing drive.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/2013-05-24-20-09-30.jpg2013-05-24-20-09-302013, crossing the Columbia River to see friends in Portland. Josie loved driving eastern Oregon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_8307.jpgIMG_83072011, Bishop, California. The acoustic skid plate got mangled approaching a trailhead with Jordan Siemens. We pulled it off in the campground so it would stop rattling.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_8159.jpgIMG_81592018, Seattle, Washington. A elegant machine. I'll miss her badly.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_7177.jpgIMG_7177https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_4832.jpgIMG_48322016, headed north from Portland to Seattle. Two reliable partners making it happen together.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/img_4132.jpgIMG_41322018-06-08T06:42:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2018/05/13/who-it-makes-us/2018-05-14T00:37:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/11/30/this-one-now-forever/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thelovelyone.jpgthelovelyoneScreenshot from facetime while I was still in Missoulahttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/screen-shot-2017-11-19-at-2-11-55-pm.jpgScreen Shot 2017-11-19 at 2.11.55 PMhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/j4000x2248-00043.jpgJ4000x2248-00043Mexico with Drew and Lindzey, February 2016https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_7009.jpgIMG_7009https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_6765.jpgIMG_6765Match.com profile winner.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_6519.jpgIMG_6519Chicago, July 2017https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_6372.jpgIMG_6372Summer solstice, June 2017https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_4994.jpgIMG_4994The Rut, September 2016https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_4722.jpgIMG_4722.JPGMontana wedding shenanigans, July 2015https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/img_4078.jpgIMG_40782017-12-29T16:57:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/10/10/intentionally-left-blank/2017-10-11T03:02:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/09/27/bergner-stanley/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6851.jpgIMG_6851Man going to work, pc me.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6840.jpgIMG_6840https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6837.jpgIMG_6837https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6826.jpgIMG_6826https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6820.jpgIMG_6820https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6814.jpgIMG_6814A fine yet chilly day in the range.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6802.jpgIMG_6802Face of a happy man. Getting ready to fire P3&4https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_0590.jpgIMG_0590https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/20170923_bboldt_prusikpeak-0672.jpg20170923_bboldt_PrusikPeak-0672Webster pulls thru under big skies, pc Ben Boldthttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/20170923_bboldt_prusikpeak-0578.jpg20170923_bboldt_PrusikPeak-0578Sending demands work, pc Ben Boldt.2017-09-28T05:24:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/09/09/still-the-best-day/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_162450.jpgIMG_20170903_162450The place brings us together.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_145852.jpgIMG_20170903_145852Michael - "What did I just do to myself?"https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_141436.jpgIMG_20170903_141436"OMG PUPPY!"https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_141246.jpgIMG_20170903_141246https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_135527.jpgIMG_20170903_135527Skander - "Everything hurts."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_093506_1.jpgIMG_20170903_093506_1Katie brings it home. PC: Devonhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_20170903_055845_1.jpgIMG_20170903_055845_1Michael and Abigail kick off wave 2 at the 50km. PC: Devon Powell.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6752.jpgIMG_6752Photo Credit: Steven Gnam. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6736.jpgIMG_6736Obligatory salt-stained visor.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/img_6725.jpgIMG_6725Devon - "Oh god that was hard."2017-09-11T01:32:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/07/29/a-standard/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6500.jpgIMG_6500https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6504.jpgIMG_6504https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6496.jpgIMG_6496https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6482.jpgIMG_6482https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6470.jpgIMG_6470https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6462.jpgIMG_6462https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6457.jpgIMG_6457https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_2093.jpgIMG_2093.JPG2017-07-30T01:46:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/07/14/school/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/img_6519.jpgIMG_65192017-07-15T17:05:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/06/29/flow-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image000000.jpgimage000000https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3959.jpgIMG_3959https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3956.jpgIMG_3956https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3943.jpgIMG_3943https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3940.jpgIMG_3940https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3937.jpgIMG_3937https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_3932.jpgIMG_39322017-06-29T14:02:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/02/to-grandmothers-house/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105431.jpg20110902-105431.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105415.jpg20110902-105415.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105342.jpg20110902-105342.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105323.jpg20110902-105323.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105307.jpg20110902-105307.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105251.jpg20110902-105251.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110902-105203.jpg20110902-105203.jpg2017-05-19T14:27:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/04/05/blossoms/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6023.jpgIMG_6023https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6021.jpgIMG_6021https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6019.jpgIMG_6019https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6014.jpgIMG_6014https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6013.jpgIMG_6013https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6006.jpgIMG_6006https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_6005.jpgIMG_6005https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_5997.jpgIMG_5997https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_5992.jpgIMG_5992https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/img_5991.jpgIMG_59912017-04-06T15:46:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/03/27/scratch/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_5953.jpgIMG_5953The best visibility we had all day.2017-03-28T05:31:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2017/02/16/colorado/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5807.jpgimg_5807My version of vacation might not work for everyone, but it sure does for me.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5765.jpgimg_5765Day 7: Never say never. Abigail swings tools. The girl has grit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5816.jpgimg_5816Day 6: Switch gears. Every ice climber has to go to Ouray once. Thanks Drew and Lindzhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5803.jpgimg_5803Day 8: Abigail comes to terms with Big Chute. Steep AND deep. Free lift tix from Ak Air. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5716.jpgimg_5716Day 5: This place keeps on giving. Deep Throat. Bluebirdhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5702.jpgimg_5702Day 4: Steep. The Staircase. Amazing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5691.jpgimg_5691Day 3: Vacation. Cute houses, deep snow. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5684.jpgimg_5684Day 2: Meet friends and make new ones. SKI. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5669.jpgimg_5669Day 1: Fly from LAX to Gunnison- Grand Canyon scenic flight for free. #AlaskaAirhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/img_5663.jpgimg_5663Day 0: Packing for adventure schizophrenia.2017-02-18T19:58:29+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/12/21/all-of-us/2017-01-29T05:04:59+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/11/27/punt/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_52121.jpgimg_5212https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_3798.jpgimg_3798Finishing up on the Panty Prow.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_3782.jpgimg_3782Abigail leading at The Panty Wallhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_3774.jpgimg_3774Top of Brownstone wall, missing friends we were last here with.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_3770.jpgimg_3770The coolest 5.8 Arete on Requiem for a Tadpolehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/img_3748.jpgimg_3748My first time enjoying The Great Red Book.2016-12-15T05:02:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/10/29/conferences/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/surface-to-volume.pngsurface-to-volumehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/nrelrsf.jpgnrelrsfhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/img_3695.jpgimg_36952016-10-31T04:01:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/09/18/snow-rut/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4960.jpgimg_4960https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_6482.jpgimg_6482https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4994.jpgimg_4994https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4989.jpgimg_4989https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4986.jpgimg_4986https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4976.jpgimg_4976https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/img_4975.jpgimg_49752016-09-18T19:14:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/08/23/short-season-2/2016-08-25T05:16:47+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/08/22/short-season/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_4896.jpgIMG_4896https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_4915.jpgIMG_4915https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3652.jpgIMG_3652https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3645.jpgIMG_3645https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3639.jpgIMG_3639https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3634.jpgIMG_3634https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3633.jpgIMG_3633https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3621.jpgIMG_3621https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3607.jpgIMG_3607https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/img_3594.jpgIMG_35942016-08-25T05:16:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/07/18/a-grand-time/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_4647.jpgIMG_4647https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3532.jpgIMG_3532https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3518.jpgIMG_3518https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3497.jpgIMG_3497https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3485.jpgIMG_3485https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3478.jpgIMG_3478https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3471.jpgIMG_3471https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/img_3469.jpgIMG_34692016-07-19T06:01:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/06/21/straight-talk-on-house-design/2016-07-06T15:46:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/05/15/dp/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_4342.jpgIMG_4342https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_4341.jpgIMG_4341https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_4338.jpgIMG_4338https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_4333.jpgIMG_4333https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_3420.jpgVersion 2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_3414.jpgIMG_3414https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/img_3411.jpgIMG_34112016-05-16T05:34:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2016/02/19/sunshine/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00013.jpgJ4000x2248-00013https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/img_4034.jpgIMG_4034https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/img_4023.jpgIMG_4023https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/p1020981.jpgP1020981https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00034.jpgJ4000x2248-00034Terrible rock, but I had to try...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00045.jpgJ4000x2248-00045This little lady is ready for the big swim.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00057.jpgJ4000x2248-00057The crater is actually from 1950's Mexican naval bombing practice.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00017.jpgJ4000x2248-00017Pacific, Pacifico, partial vapor pressure?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/j4000x2248-00022.jpgJ4000x2248-00022Thank you for a great idea, and a great time.2016-02-19T07:12:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/11/29/to-share/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3738.jpgIMG_3738https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3756.jpgIMG_37562015-12-21T00:44:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/11/16/sage/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_4489.jpgIMG_4489Ryan's Arete, just after dispatching the first crux. Steep.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3672.jpgIMG_3672This place.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3655.jpgIMG_3655When it's rainy in Seattle...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3335.jpgIMG_3335https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3336.jpgIMG_3336https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/img_3321.jpgIMG_3321Feeling the sharpness2015-11-17T05:55:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/11/14/weekending/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_4445.jpgIMG_4445Ropes and hardware is easy, but packing food always seems like the least fun and most effort.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_2092.jpgIMG_2092Organize by bins.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_2947.jpgIMG_2947Having a van isn't always a good thing. In the North Cascades with Andy in 2009https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_1999.jpgIMG_1999The full kit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_1888.jpgIMG_1888https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/dscf0019.jpgDSCF0019From my bike tour in Colombia. I am thinking I have too much gear.2015-11-14T20:58:46+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/10/19/laps/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_3534.jpgIMG_3534https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_3497.jpgIMG_3497Tired boy, dirty car. Let's go for another lap around the sun?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_3311.jpgIMG_3311Ky, setting off for new things.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/img_3296.jpgIMG_3296Sometimes the straight-forward things are still confusing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/12107026_10100585979783616_1283866625588832443_n.jpg12107026_10100585979783616_1283866625588832443_nThe best birthday present? Perfect weather in Squamish with this lady.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/2015-10-11-13-08-16.jpg2015-10-11 13.08.16It feels good to step up (photo by Ky Nayfield).2015-10-20T07:00:15+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/09/16/fast-forward/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3378.jpgIMG_3378https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3371.jpgIMG_3371https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3368.jpgIMG_3368Wall insulation cross section.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3330.jpgIMG_3330Post race salt deposit. It was hard.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3328.jpgIMG_3328These guys are awesome. I think they had more fun than I did.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3322.jpgIMG_3322Tape is awesome. Flip flops are awesome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3300.jpgIMG_3300Up and over the peak at right... twice. Remember it is supposed to be hard.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3296.jpgIMG_3296I'm not sure I would have finished with out these folks cheering me on.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/img_3277.jpgIMG_3277The McKinstry truck I borrowed for moving came with a stern task master.2015-09-18T02:25:14+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/08/26/2500001/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3193.jpgIMG_3193The Great One, Denali National Park, Alaskahttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3256-1.jpgIMG_3256 (1)Just after snow, smile.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3179.jpgIMG_3179Margaret and Michael- your partnership is a blessing to all of us.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3276.jpgIMG_3276Dietrich Valley, Alaskahttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3270.jpgIMG_3270Signs of the locals.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3266.jpgIMG_3266Maid of the mist.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3251.jpgIMG_3251Just after our first snowstorm on Day 4.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3230.jpgIMG_3230Getting soggy.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3228.jpgIMG_3228Full grown bull moose at 300 yds.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/img_3206.jpgIMG_3206Only this place.2015-09-04T14:06:18+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/06/29/goode-glacier-gone-bad/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3168.jpgIMG_3168River crossing, or foot icing?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3164.jpgIMG_3164https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3163.jpgIMG_3163https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2741.jpgIMG_2741Not the time nor place to rush.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2737.jpgIMG_2737Welcome to the shutdown.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2735.jpgIMG_2735At first glance.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2731.jpgIMG_2731This is a cool sign. But it was the wrong sign.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2728.jpgIMG_2728Something Goode is happening.2015-06-30T06:32:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/05/04/room-with-a-view/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_23861.jpgIMG_2386In the city now.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_23681.jpgIMG_2368Sunset on the Olympicshttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2408.jpgIMG_2408A company-wide day of service got us re-landscaping a low income neighborhood.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2397.jpgIMG_2397One last day of a season that didn't happen.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2393.jpgIMG_2393The local hill ain't too shabby.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2362.jpgIMG_2362Being official.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2351.jpgIMG_2351Heirloom.2015-06-20T17:39:52+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/06/07/zero-or-two-for-two/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3139.jpgIMG_3139Respite from maelstrom.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3136.jpgIMG_3136Rainier summit #2.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3134.jpgIMG_3134Huh, my water doesn't want to come out of there...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3133.jpgIMG_3133Seattle traffic.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3127.jpgIMG_3127Little Tahomahttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3119.jpgIMG_3119Baja, Washington. A' rocking her brand new AT setup.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_3114.jpgIMG_3114At the beach.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2574.jpgIMG_2574Makin' water.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2566.jpgIMG_2566Splitter.2015-06-07T15:51:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/11/09/the-willow/2015-05-24T21:17:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/03/25/if-you-loved-me/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/11012939_10101304992127135_6720967972880639392_n.jpg11012939_10101304992127135_6720967972880639392_nKeeping growing. Especially when it hurts.2015-05-24T03:38:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/04/07/not-so-red/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_3096.jpgIMG_3096Amazing walk off.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_3086.jpgIMG_3086Tower top out. Worth the hike.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_3081.jpgIMG_3081Psyched to know these two.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_3072.jpgIMG_3072Abigail, not looking down like a pro.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2312.jpgIMG_2312Hiko, NV. Worth taking the backroads home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2295.jpgIMG_2295https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2284.jpgIMG_2284Lovely lady in the desert!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2251.jpgIMG_2251https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2234.jpgIMG_2234Me. I don't know... I think it's pretty red.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2215.jpgIMG_2215Tess, crushing. It gets more red in the evening light.2015-04-09T06:58:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/04/02/indian-creek-the-breath/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_3041.jpgIMG_3041Sparkling Touch summit party. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2991.jpgIMG_2991Easter Island summit party.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2986.jpgIMG_2986Strangely, the crux is on face holds with bolts...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2955_2.jpgIMG_2955_2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2938.jpgIMG_2938Dave and I, cracking the whip at Pistol Whipped wall.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2902.jpgIMG_2902Rest day art shot.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2181.jpgIMG_2181Goodnight Indian Creek. See you again soon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2176.jpgIMG_2176It's up there!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2162.jpgIMG_2162The evening lights were spectacular.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_2157.jpgIMG_2157"Green Eggs and Ham" (5.10) at Second Meat Wall. A nice wide workout.2015-04-08T04:30:28+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/03/31/indian-creek-ut-the-squeeze/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_20941.jpgIMG_2094Mesa top out.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2888.jpgIMG_2888Dave firing the upper section of SuperCrack (5.10c). Nice lead, sir.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2865.jpgIMG_2865Leon from Ouray feels the squeeze as well on "Nice & Tight" at The Gash.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2099.jpgIMG_2099View from tent. Not bad for finding camp in the dark.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2074.jpgIMG_2074The master and apprentice. I am neither.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2071.jpgIMG_20712015-03-31T17:36:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/03/19/border-affair/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-03-09-15-42-32.jpg2015-03-09 15.42.32La Sal Mountains, Utah. Mountains + Canyons.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-03-09-08-04-12.jpg2015-03-09 08.04.12First light at Yuba.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-03-08-10-39-48.jpg2015-03-08 10.39.48Take roads that you know not where they lead.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-03-08-08-48-04.jpg2015-03-08 08.48.042015-03-19T19:01:43+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/02/19/the-next-big-thing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/seattle-sky.jpgSeattle Skyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_1749.jpgIMG_1749It was a rough drive to those first few interviews. Ellensburg, WA, 01.15.15.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-01-17-15-27-26.jpg2015-01-17 15.27.26https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-01-16-08-55-11.jpg2015-01-16 08.55.11Well. This is unusual.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-01-15-11-15-58-e1424328425833.png2015-01-15 11.15.58You gotta know when to push the button on the thing to know you ought to do.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-01-03-20-12-48-1.jpg2015-01-03 20.12.48-1The best cheap date in Seattle is on a ferry.2015-03-02T02:59:06+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/02/18/unseasonable/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-02-14-16-44-31.jpg2015-02-14 16.44.31Plus- how many other routes feature a 100' free hanging rappel?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_1894.jpgIMG_1894It's never bad to climb with Michael. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/img_1888.jpgIMG_1888New rope for new adventures.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-02-14-15-22-55.jpg2015-02-14 15.22.55"So where does the gear go?" ... "It's 5.8, there isn't any."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-02-14-15-12-52.jpg2015-02-14 15.12.52Glad to have this shot on the records.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-02-14-14-59-16.jpg2015-02-14 14.59.16Pulling in to the top of Pitch 3. "It was interesting..."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2015-02-14-13-26-14.jpg2015-02-14 13.26.14Mr. Moore leads P.22015-02-19T23:01:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2015/01/08/2015/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1610.jpgIMG_1610The first sunrise of 2015. SF Bay Bridge, California2015-01-08T19:09:18+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/12/28/san-luis-obispo-california/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1488.jpgIMG_1488Perfect weather.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1481.jpgIMG_1481Start them early!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1465.jpgIMG_1465Brothers. Strong.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1444.jpgIMG_1444Lots of eating. Lots.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1437.jpgIMG_1437Going to get dinner.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1432.jpgIMG_1432Hearst Castle library. Absurd, but amazing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1415.jpgIMG_1415Aussie relatives note the entirely different night sky.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1411.jpgIMG_1411Real slow.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1410.jpgIMG_1410Conveniently provided at our accommodation...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/img_1380.jpgIMG_13804am in PDX.2014-12-28T22:30:39+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/11/30/snow/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_1888.jpgIMG_1888These men matter.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-11-27-15-33-16.jpg2014-11-27 15.33.16So much to be thankful for. Don't miss it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-11-27-14-26-07.jpg2014-11-27 14.26.07https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_2687.jpgIMG_2687https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_1017.jpgIMG_1017https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_1003.jpgIMG_1003Seen at Costco.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-11-23-avy-pit-st-marys.jpg2014-11-23 Avy Pit St MarysNov. 23, 2014 Avalanche pit. South aspect at 8000' on St. Marys ridge.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-11-23-09-43-54.jpg2014-11-23 09.43.54Another good season begins.2014-12-01T22:45:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/11/01/no-vember/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2014-10-25-17-41-02.jpg2014-10-25 17.41.02Something worth standing for.2014-11-02T00:36:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/10/05/canyon-peak-bitterroot-usa/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_1681.jpgIMG_1681The obvious right skyline beckons us. For another time.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_23151.jpgIMG_2315On belay.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2333.jpgIMG_2333Pink shoes, shorts, and 3 layers on top. Makin' a statement.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2327.jpgIMG_2327This time without the silly mug shot.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2326.jpgIMG_2326Calling it here. The wind was howling.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2319.jpgIMG_2319Livin' the dream.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2311.jpgIMG_2311Canyon Peak basin in fall. Worth the hike.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2299.jpgIMG_2299Mr. Smithicus charging off the start.2014-10-06T03:35:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/09/20/liminal/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2201.jpgIMG_2201Until next time.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2197.jpgIMG_2197https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2192.jpgIMG_2192Me, getting into the business (photo: Ky Nayfield).https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2185.jpgIMG_2185First glance at the Buttress.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2182.jpgIMG_2182Working the pitch 4https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2160.jpgIMG_2160Rad overhanging corners on the lower route.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2149.jpgIMG_2149Mr. Nayfield leads us up the start.2014-12-04T01:49:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/09/16/disneyland/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2103.jpgIMG_2103"High Mountain Woody" (5.9 45m) - I could see why you might get one...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_4551.jpgIMG_4551On my vacation from construction work... (photo by Dustin)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2147.jpgIMG_2147View from camp.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2142.jpgIMG_21424 pitches and still smiling!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2140.jpgIMG_2140"Look mom...!"https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2122.jpgIMG_2122Like kids in Disneyland...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2117.jpgIMG_2117Getting the feel for leading past the funny things that are not bolts.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2088.jpgIMG_2088'Paul's Crack' on the Malamute. Unbelievable.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2039.jpgIMG_2039Clipping the chains on his first lead.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/img_2011.jpgIMG_2011"What is this 'jamming' thing you speak of...?"2014-09-17T05:29:14+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/09/10/sisyphus/2014-09-13T17:23:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/08/21/another-go/2014-08-23T14:51:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/08/16/beargrass/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1848.jpgIMG_1848With a little luck, clockwise was the correct direction for our loop.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1844.jpgIMG_1844Big skies.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1837.jpgIMG_1837Quick work of the trip home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1822.jpgIMG_1822Sunrise.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1807.jpgIMG_1807Joe in rare fields of white.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1789.jpgIMG_178924 miles back, the Chinese Wall is worth the walk.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1784.jpgIMG_1784https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1737.jpgIMG_1737Getting into the business.2014-08-17T05:45:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/08/10/practice/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_3955.jpgIMG_3955we practice building homes-https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1717.jpgIMG_1717we practice the things that show our weaknesses-https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1706.jpgIMG_1706-because it is the only way to real strength.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1693.jpgIMG_1693-perhaps to learn to be better when we are together.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1680.jpgIMG_1680we practice being in the mountains-https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1618.jpgIMG_1618-to build better homes.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/img_1592.jpgIMG_1592learning to go up. the canon, 5.11c, rattler gulch, mt.2014-08-11T05:11:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/07/21/catalyst/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_4010.jpgIMG_4010Photo: Nick Triolohttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1718.jpgIMG_1718it is such a privilege to welcome others into our lives, even when that seems scary. (Photo: Trevien Stanger)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1728.jpgIMG_1728and silliness. don't forget silliness. (Photo: Trevien)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/2014-07-20-11-08-14-1.jpg2014-07-20 11.08.14-1that spot, just a random one on the trail. is sacred.2014-07-22T05:50:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/07/11/endurance/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_8731.jpegIMG_8731After the hardest bonk ever, in any sport.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1580.jpgIMG_1580Descending into heat.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1551.jpgIMG_1551Mission vista.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1544.jpgIMG_1544Summit. Windy.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1536.jpgIMG_1536Making good time.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1514.jpgIMG_1514Early morning light, starts all good adventures.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_0075.jpgIMG_0075Long effort requires long rest.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_0044.jpgIMG_0044First sight of the objective.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_0028.jpgIMG_0028Fast and light.2014-07-13T02:00:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/07/07/unions/2014-07-10T14:50:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/07/02/june/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/cristine.jpgcristineIt's official, we're a climber house now.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/nate-leads.jpgnate leadsNate puts it up like a BOSS.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1442.jpgIMG_1442My favorite running conditions.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1493.jpgIMG_1493Tess pulls the roof bulge.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1346.jpgIMG_1346https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1336.jpgIMG_1336Oh sweet crack.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1283.jpgIMG_1283Aspen.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1268.jpgIMG_1268Crank! (on the problem we never did stick)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1249.jpgIMG_1249Evan, jamming.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_1229.jpgIMG_1229Jack gets the high step.2014-07-03T04:53:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/06/07/rainbows/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/imgp0842.jpgIMGP0842Rainbow and storm. Brooks Range, Alaska, 2011. From unreleased collection.2014-06-08T00:12:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/06/03/the-case-for-joy/2014-06-05T04:50:47+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/06/01/lies-and-propaganda/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/sta_0930.jpgSTA_0930Ten Sleep Canyon. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_1538.jpgIMG_1538"Circus in the Wind." 5 Stars. 5.11a. Full Value.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_1519.jpgIMG_1519Shameless selfie. I'm lucky for my friends.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_1410.jpgIMG_1410"If you aren't flying, you aren't trying."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_1327.jpgIMG_1327On Limestone, the footwork is key.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_0934.jpgIMG_0934It's all fun and games until someone forgets a spoon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_0916.jpgIMG_0916Dang.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_0905.jpgIMG_0905It's fun to make new friends fast.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_0895.jpgIMG_0895https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/img_0892.jpgIMG_0892Hannah figures out the limestone on "Washakie's Arrowhead" 5.6.2014-06-01T19:12:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/05/17/magical-mystery-tour/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_05161.jpgIMG_0516Mt Wrangell, from the Richardson Highway.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_3205.jpgIMG_3205Trip highpoint: Girls Mountain. Amazing turns, amazing place.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_3199.jpgIMG_3199Apres ski- Valdez style.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_3188.jpgIMG_3188Mackenzie. On-sites hosting like a boss.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0626.jpgIMG_0626Valdez Multi-sport day: skiing, rock climbing, beer drinking, and swimming...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0620.jpgIMG_0620Harbor-side views from The Fat Mermaid...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0612.jpgIMG_0612https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0595.jpgIMG_0595Wild harvested muscles over an open fire in Prince William Sound.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0563.jpgIMG_0563https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0538.jpgIMG_0538Martin, doing THAT.2014-05-17T15:30:01+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/05/04/the-bomber/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0455-cr2.jpgIMG_0455.CR2Sunset at the Bomber Hut.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0453-cr2.jpgIMG_0453.CR2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0448-cr21.jpgIMG_0448.CR2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0448-cr2.jpgIMG_0448.CR2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0371.jpgIMG_0371Yup, it's Alaska!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0375-cr2.jpgIMG_0375.CR2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0386.jpgIMG_0386The Mint Glacier Hut.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0400.jpgIMG_0400Its not mountaineering until you put your skis on your back...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0408-cr2.jpgIMG_0408.CR2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_0420.jpgIMG_0420With great respect for the 6 casualties. 1957 B-29 Bomber crash site.2014-05-04T16:52:17+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/04/26/stoke/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/img_0400.jpgIMG_0400From my last trip to Valdez.2014-04-26T22:40:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/04/08/the-tempest/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/fluffy.jpgfluffy"Huh... look at all that puffy stuff."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/img_0134.jpgIMG_0134https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/img_0103.jpgIMG_0103Looking into a different sort of tempest. Simon evaluates the terrain on Gash Point.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/img_0095.jpgIMG_0095Walking with skis isn't that life, but smile anyway and keep going.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/2014-04-08-18-44.jpg2014-04-08 18.44Michael clears the lower turbulence on the route.2014-04-10T14:03:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/03/31/portland-8/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2907.jpgIMG_2907Mark at Multnomah Falls. The spring runoff is big.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2902.jpgIMG_2902Coffee in little tiny cups.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2882.jpgIMG_2882The first speculatively built Passive Houses. The two units sold in 3 days.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2836.jpgIMG_2836Nerdy... window flashing and install details.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/img_2799.jpgIMG_2799I never mind the drive west.2014-04-01T05:20:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/03/18/want-what-you-have/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014-03-16-10-16-39.jpg2014-03-16 10.16.39The one and only Susan Hay Patrick with the 2014 New Leaders Council fellows.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014-03-15-19-22-31.jpg2014-03-15 19.22.31https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014-03-09-19-38.jpg2014-03-09 19.38Thanksgiving dinner on the first day of spring weather.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014-03-06-17-58-34.jpg2014-03-06 17.58.34Quiet nights honing the craft.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1013514_10100584183109185_150789879_n.jpg1013514_10100584183109185_150789879_n"Before you can have more, accept what you have."2014-03-19T05:22:09+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/02/26/stories/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/skanderrocks-1.jpgskanderrocks (1)The stage is set. (Photo: Nick Triolo)2014-02-27T06:25:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/02/23/red-rocks/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1505513_10101511447603739_980425857_n.jpg1505513_10101511447603739_980425857_nThe only limits are the ones in your own mind. Climbing with a steady head on Sheep Trail. John Bachar 5.10a.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1924954_10101511444619719_713769758_n.jpg1924954_10101511444619719_713769758_nSummit stoke.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2229.jpgIMG_2229https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2217.jpgIMG_2217Summit!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2215.jpgIMG_2215Summit?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2212.jpgIMG_2212https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2207.jpgIMG_2207https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2201.jpgIMG_2201Simon runs out the gear on pitch 6.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2200.jpgIMG_2200Simon is all smiles on top of the crux pitch.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_2194.jpgIMG_21942014-02-25T05:59:18+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/10/15/twenty-nine/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/1393899_10100132140960486_94118302_n.jpg1393899_10100132140960486_94118302_nThe next step.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-13-11-49-51.jpg2013-10-13 11.49.51https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-23-18-36.jpg2013-10-12 23.18.36Bellingham based Polecat tore the roof off an already great party.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-20-18-46.jpg2013-10-12 20.18.46https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-18-04-36.jpg2013-10-12 18.04.36Thanks mom, catered locally from Bernice's!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-16-09-39.jpg2013-10-12 16.09.39https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-16-09-10.jpg2013-10-12 16.09.10The only thing brighter than the fall colors were the people.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-08-16-51.jpg2013-10-12 08.16.51https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-10-12-08-04-24.jpg2013-10-12 08.04.24Epic birthday breakfast- thanks Paul.2014-02-06T13:39:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/02/02/mine/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014-02-02-11-36-05.jpg2014-02-02 11.36.05https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014-02-01-15-00-30.jpg2014-02-01 15.00.30Saturday's perspective was bright.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014-02-01-14-24-48.jpg2014-02-01 14.24.48We go up....https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014-02-01-13-31-22.jpg2014-02-01 13.31.22Larry gets the hang of his new Legend XXLs...2014-02-03T05:28:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2014/01/28/bliss/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1898.jpgIMG_1898https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1879.jpgIMG_1879https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1869.jpgIMG_1869Eager.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1862.jpgIMG_1862The best of Saturday mornings.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1851.jpgIMG_1851Evan gets some.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1846.jpgIMG_1846https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1821.jpgIMG_1821Weekend home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1812.jpgIMG_1812https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1804.jpgIMG_1804New use for the crampon pocket.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_1790.jpgIMG_1790The fun begins. I love the looks we get in a resort with big packs on.2014-01-29T04:30:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/12/31/homegrown/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-25-10-47.jpg2013-12-25 10.47https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-26-20-30-18.jpg2013-12-26 20.30.18It's not Christmas unless there is bowling.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-25-11-51-41.jpg2013-12-25 11.51.41Happy holidays from the Carlson/Spies family!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-24-18-42-41.jpg2013-12-24 18.42.41Uncle Steve, I love you.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-23-16-15-19.jpg2013-12-23 16.15.19We're not in Montana any more.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-22-15-35-19.jpg2013-12-22 15.35.192014-01-01T07:02:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/12/31/2013-in-review/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_8430.jpgIMG_8430Get it... in a boot.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_9234.jpgIMG_9234We are enough.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_8849.jpgIMG_8849Getting back into it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_7136.jpgIMG_7136Photo: Amy O'Toole.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_0996.jpgIMG_0996https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/imag0394.jpgIMAG0394John, Otto, and Manly Beach, NSW.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc00271.jpgDSC00271Huge shout to Bryan and the Feather Buttress.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-27-16-39-50.jpg2013-12-27 16.39.50https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-15-10-31-21-1.jpg2013-12-15 10.31.21-12014-01-04T06:38:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/12/17/live-to-ski/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1155.jpgIMG_1155The best days.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_0719.jpgIMG_0719Scarpa Maestrale boots, BD Drfit Skis, Dynafit Speed bindings, and BD Ascension skins. The real deal.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-15-11-01-36.jpg2013-12-15 11.01.36Do your diligence, even when you are "sure".https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-15-10-31-09.jpg2013-12-15 10.31.09Creekbed wallowing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-14-21-50-52.jpg2013-12-14 21.50.52Apres Ski- Missoula style.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-12-14-13-35-14.jpg2013-12-14 13.35.142014 is the question. Yes is the answer.2013-12-18T05:48:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/12/08/give-all-the-thanks/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1299.jpgIMG_1299Mission Mountain Magic.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1288.jpgIMG_1288We each turned the small block on the left into the garden trowel on the right. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1260.jpgIMG_1260Is this really happening on a Thursday?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1220.jpgIMG_1220Part 2- home-made pizza factory. Simon and Paul get after it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1184.jpgIMG_1184Why does pie say more about Thanksgiving than turkey?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_1171.jpgIMG_1171Mega-feast.2013-12-08T23:06:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/11/27/triple-header/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1540.jpgIMG_1540Getting ready for my first sticks of the season.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1537.jpgIMG_1537Marko shows us how it's done in the dark.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1426.jpgSkander moving in to the overhanging flake on No Drama ObamaSomehow, I was firing hot in the chilly temps.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-24-10-17-11.jpg2013-11-24 10.17.11Just "a little" hoarfrost on the hike in. Chilly mornings in the Bitterroot.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-23-13-52.jpg2013-11-23 13.52https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-23-13-43-27.jpg2013-11-23 13.43.27Anna on top of her first Bitterroot winter summit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-23-12-22-04.jpg2013-11-23 12.22.04Molly and Izzie making short work of the skinning.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-20-20-51-24.jpg2013-11-20 20.51.24Beginner stoke. Props to Mark for braving the cold to come check it out.2013-12-08T19:48:36+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/11/16/november-2013-finley-creek-missoula-ice-conditions/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1039.jpgFinley The Fang November 2013Up the gully at the Fang. I'd do well to get on this if it forms this year.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1033.jpgFinely Thing In Between November 2013From the belay at The Thing In Between/MuleSkinner. Forming, but not there yet.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1032.jpgFinley Graineater November 2013Looking up the main flow of Graineater. Starts, but nothing to climb on (and please don't knock it down).https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1030.jpgFinley Foxes Corner November 2013Looking up Foxes Corner. Suppose it is a mixed climb, so... drytooling? Pretty slimy though.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1027.jpgWeedeater belay November 2013Weedeater, from the belay. Good drips and starts, but no climbing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1024.jpgFinley Weedeater November 2013Looking from the main overlook towards Weedeater.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/img_1022.jpgFinley Area OverviewThe first good look. Graineater should be center right. Not much there yet.2013-11-17T02:25:17+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/11/02/flooding/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-01-17-47-55.jpg2013-11-01 17.47.55Palm tree nightfall.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-11-01-16-31-08.jpg2013-11-01 16.31.08Perfect San Francisco sunset.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-10-31-20-21-12.jpg2013-10-31 20.21.12Totes from Good Food Store- my brother knows what I'm after.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2013-10-31-12-55-30.jpg2013-10-31 12.55.30Where am I going?2013-11-12T14:06:18+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/11/12/priority/2013-11-12T14:05:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/10/21/abundance/2013-11-02T15:19:47+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/10/01/treasure-and-bonk/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-09-29-12-13-35.jpg2013-09-29 12.13.35Tougher than me. Nick, Simon, and Jack head onwards to Sheep mountain.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-09-28-12-32-45.jpg2013-09-28 12.32.45Headquarters for "the Prize Spies" - no team with a pirate flag can be defeated.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-09-28-11-12-51.jpg2013-09-28 11.12.51Typical sample clue.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2013-09-28-10-10-52.jpg2013-09-28 10.10.52Todd (in helmet) sprints for the opening clues.2013-10-02T12:25:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/09/28/treasure/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/20130928-131057.jpg20130928-131057.jpg2013-09-29T14:03:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/09/22/lander-wy/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dsc003801.jpgDSC00380Another perfect moment.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/tetons.jpgtetonsSunset over the Tetons. My backyard is big.2013-09-24T13:19:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/24/acting/2013-09-22T20:49:06+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/10/branding/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/photo.jpgphotoElke lays it out for our group.2013-09-22T20:07:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/20/core-values/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_3156.jpgIMG_3156Less more, more less.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_3146.jpgIMG_3146Identity Crack- tick. It only gets better from here.2013-09-22T20:07:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/09/15/the-cirque/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/straight-in.jpgstraight inStraight in hands on the ridge.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0289.jpgIMG_0289Until we do it again soon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0278.jpgIMG_0278Rock candy.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0257.jpgIMG_0257Bryan in wonderland on the walk down.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0237.jpgIMG_0237Splitter rails, and splitter exposure.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0213.jpgIMG_0213https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0206.jpgIMG_0206How did this not work?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dsc00351.jpgDSC00351Rest day tai chi. Open the hips gentlemen.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dsc00327.jpgDSC00327TEAM.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dsc00319.jpgDSC00319This place is so rad.2013-09-16T03:25:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/09/13/the-power-of-less/2013-09-14T17:17:39+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/09/09/plasir-means-fun/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/20130909-111319.jpg20130909-111319.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/20130909-111302.jpg20130909-111302.jpgThe heaviest pack I've carried since Denali.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/20130909-111108.jpg20130909-111108.jpgI didn't exactly pack before leaving Missoula.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2013-09-01-19-31-42.jpg2013-09-01 19.31.42Damn special.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2013-09-01-19-17-13-hdr.jpg2013-09-01 19.17.13 HDRThis is what it's all about.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2013-09-01-17-32-06.jpg2013-09-01 17.32.06Fun is in fact being had.2013-09-11T20:53:45+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/08/27/passings/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_3208.jpgIMG_3208https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_0665.jpgIMG_06652013-09-11T04:22:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/06/15/processing/2013-08-20T00:59:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/06/10/here-first/2013-08-20T00:41:51+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/08/18/fullness/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9921.jpgIMG_9921Rocky Mountain sunset. BOOM.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9919.jpgIMG_9919Big and beautiful on the Rocky Mountain Front.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9896.jpgIMG_9896Tim looks out to the eastern plains.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9829.jpgIMG_9829The new house rings with the love we put into building it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9828.jpgIMG_98281100 miles. 0 regrets. Happy birthday my friend.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9770.jpgIMG_9770My fine friends on top of the Skyport Chimney. One of the coolest ledges anywhere.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9717.jpgIMG_9717Yours truly getting the goods on Jamboree.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9697.jpgIMG_9697Simon is stoked on the Friday night bouldering jam.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9690.jpgIMG_9690Ren gets into the crack climbing warmup.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/img_9641.jpgIMG_9641Jam.2013-09-17T01:02:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/07/26/ties/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/133_508381038203_27_n.jpg133_508381038203_27_nBryce and I, deep in the Alaska range- June 2007. (Photo: David Kahn)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_0249.jpgIMG_0249Doin' my thang. It's fun to realize that I've learned things that other people want to know about.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9609.jpgIMG_9609This always seems to happen when Ren is around.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9596.jpgIMG_9596Brian and Ren, ready to rap off.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dinner.jpgdinnerTies that bind across time and distance.2013-08-17T02:05:51+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/07/14/skander-ness/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9492.jpgIMG_9492https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9431.jpgIMG_9431Marko. Always game.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9363.jpgIMG_9363The Yellowstone Range, from the Cowen Cirque.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9356.jpgIMG_9356Seeking, and finding, the solitude.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9352.jpgIMG_9352At the base of the very wet route.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9407.jpgIMG_9407https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9401.jpgIMG_9401Traffic jam, Yellowstone style.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9392.jpgIMG_9392https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9386.jpgIMG_9386So wet. Everywhere.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9375.jpgIMG_9375More hiking. Great company.2013-07-14T18:11:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/16/impact/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7922.jpgIMG_7922The first Zola uPVC windows installed in the US, as of Thursday...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7912.jpgIMG_7912That, is a great place to put a Zola Window.2013-07-14T17:15:38+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/06/29/enough/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/mirror.jpgmirrorSee yourself for who you are, not who you aren't.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/farm-wedding.jpgfarm weddingThis is a very good thing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/dance-partner.jpgdance partnerThanks for the dance!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/bitterroot-sunset.jpgbitterroot sunsetPerfect sunset, before a perfect moon.2013-07-06T01:45:08+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/22/blink/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5720.jpgIMG_5720Mr. Sulock sorts out the sequence on some short and pumpy 11b.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5737.jpgIMG_5737Cole gets up close and personal on an obscure trad line.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5733.jpgIMG_5733https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5710.jpgIMG_5710https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5705.jpgIMG_5705Things you don't want to see while on route.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5703.jpgIMG_5703Climb faster Ky, it's cold down here.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5700.jpgIMG_5700Pre-snowstorm.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/615745_849496545389_389852522_o.jpg615745_849496545389_389852522_oYour's truly on the classic thin traverse from arete to crack system...2013-06-16T04:20:25+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/06/07/change/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/img_8291.jpgIMG_8291Thank you, desert lady.2013-06-15T15:18:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/05/29/portland-6-a-look-back/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-05-26-22-18-34.jpg2013-05-26 22.18.34A little too much fun?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-05-26-18-24-53.jpg2013-05-26 18.24.53Barb, the Doctor, and Gleb (if he weren't in Mongolia).https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-05-26-11-56-23.jpg2013-05-26 11.56.23Many cups of coffee.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-05-25-09-20-34.jpg2013-05-25 09.20.34Mark and George. Trouble.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2013-05-24-20-09-30.jpg2013-05-24 20.09.30Hello Oregon.2013-05-30T16:41:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/05/14/mortons-neuroma/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/photo-2.jpgphoto 2The writing desk.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/photo-1.jpgphoto 1I like this girl.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/left-foot-bike.jpgleft foot bikeMy left foot, working itself to oblivion.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/img_0215-e1368586397880.jpegIMG_0215The perpetrator. Scale in centimeters.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dog-walk.jpgdog walk10,000', Pintler wilderness. The day before this photo was taken, I fractured my second metatarsal.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/biking-vs-running.jpgbiking vs runningSpring 2012, more biking, less running.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/542414_10100247162141905_541047077_n.jpg542414_10100247162141905_541047077_nJust not that fun.2015-10-23T12:22:06+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/05/04/my-favorite-things/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/img_8587.jpgIMG_8587The way the sun and breeze dry my clothes in the Montana spring.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/img_8583.jpgIMG_8583Sharing with people.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/img_8581.jpgIMG_8581The way the sun dapples through the new crabapple tree outside the living room.2013-05-06T15:40:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/04/23/try/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/photo-2.jpgphoto (2)So difficult it was comic.2013-05-15T03:39:29+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/04/15/2437/2013-04-16T16:00:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/04/13/rent/2013-04-13T21:30:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/04/04/stars/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8299.jpgIMG_8299Amazing views from the belay...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8297.jpgIMG_8297Putting the crack machine to good use.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8282.jpgIMG_8282Our new friend Taylor following after us...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8274.jpgIMG_8274Mid-air photos.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8264.jpgIMG_8264Last rappel- 100' free hanging...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8248.jpgIMG_8248Ready to be cold.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8238.jpgIMG_8238Going down.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8194.jpgIMG_8194Drive the WHOLE overlook road...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8228.jpgIMG_8228Lets go.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8226.jpgIMG_82262013-04-05T01:58:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/04/04/crack-machine/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8128.jpgIMG_8128Ready to hurt?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8125.jpgIMG_8125Clearance holes required.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8122.jpgIMG_8122Using carriage bolts and PVC pipe for spacers makes this set up adjustable.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_8117.jpgIMG_81172015-10-28T10:58:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/11/feedback/2013-03-12T22:53:08+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/08/iwd-2013/2013-03-08T15:10:15+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/05/potential/2013-03-06T06:19:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/03/03/old-guard/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7861.jpgIMG_7861https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7848.jpgIMG_7848https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7847.jpgIMG_7847Eat up kids, because we've got work to do keeping up with our elders.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7843.jpgIMG_7843Top out stoke.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7842.jpgIMG_7842In good company.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7831.jpgIMG_7831https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7823.jpgIMG_7823Burning laps.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7815.jpgIMG_7815Sceptre is in fat...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7749.jpgIMG_7749"No officer, we are not hitch-hiking."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_7742.jpgIMG_7742Top of Glory, reasonable name...2013-03-04T04:15:43+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/02/17/earned/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/mass.jpgmassInsulated thermal mass is trickier than you think.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/simple.jpgsimpleUM Dining services greenhouse- starting plants for consumption on campus.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/scrimmed.jpgscrimmedhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/process.jpgprocessVapor control system.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/learn.jpglearnBlow.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_7673.jpgIMG_7673All at once.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_7669.jpgIMG_7669Wall prep.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/done.jpgdoneFinished.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/coated.jpgcoatedThe price of re-learning how to blow a wall.2013-02-17T18:48:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/01/hnl/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6686.jpgIMG_6686Kaneohe, from the Pali Highway. Worth the drive.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6678.jpgIMG_6678East side- love.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6673.jpgIMG_6673The last sunrise of 2012.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6644.jpgIMG_6644Tribute to the 4,560 men KIA, just in the Pacific Submarine Service alone.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6639.jpgIMG_6639Rollin', like I do...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6619.jpgIMG_6619"Going to Hawaii, right..."2013-02-17T16:52:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/07/sydney-new-south-wales/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6805.jpgIMG_6805On the other side of the Pacific.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6707.jpgIMG_6707My nephew Morgan on the left, my brother Bob on the right- Sydney Harbor, January 2013.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6750.jpgIMG_6750Getting a feel for old town in The Rocks district. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6736.jpgIMG_6736Top down view of the harbor from Sydney Tower.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6719.jpgIMG_6719I love these kids- the background is nice too.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6924.jpgIMG_6924Really? Bong bong?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6911.jpgIMG_6911https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6902.jpgIMG_6902In American baseball you "pitch," in cricket- you "bowl"- the difference is signficant.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6876.jpgIMG_6876Fully kitted up.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_6849.jpgIMG_68492013-02-17T16:50:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/10/katoomba/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-160820.jpg20130111-160820.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-160507.jpg20130111-160507.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-160418.jpg20130111-160418.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155929.jpg20130111-155929.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155841.jpg20130111-155841.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155732.jpg20130111-155732.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155625.jpg20130111-155625.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155416.jpg20130111-155416.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155148.jpg20130111-155148.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130111-155034.jpg20130111-155034.jpg2013-02-17T16:49:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/14/debris/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-115031.jpg20130115-115031.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-114356.jpg20130115-114356.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-114205.jpg20130115-114205.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-113942.jpg20130115-113942.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-113712.jpg20130115-113712.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130115-113332.jpg20130115-113332.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/20130114-222612.jpg20130114-222612.jpg2013-02-17T16:48:46+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/21/skander-and-andy-go-to-the-beach-and-break-shit/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7507.jpgIMG_7507Two men, each more than worth traveling 16,000 miles to see.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7461.jpgIMG_7461Surf! For a little bit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7438.jpgIMG_7438"Bloody hell the boom broke!" It's a unique feeling that...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7431.jpgIMG_7431Sail! For a little bit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7424.jpgIMG_7424Rural towns are eager to have something to be proud of. In Robertson, that's a giant concrete potatoe...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7419.jpgIMG_7419Bowral sunsets from the kitchen sink are not to be missed.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7416.jpgIMG_7416Apparently, a big deal.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7415.jpgIMG_7415Delicious.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7405.jpgIMG_7405This is Andy's country, and he knows all the best parts- Kangaroo Valley.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7391.jpgIMG_7391On the way down from the Blue Mountains.2013-02-17T16:43:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/27/short-trip-home/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/photo.jpgphotoWinter welcome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7578.jpgIMG_7578Bellingham winter.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7574.jpgIMG_7574Tropics + 36 hours.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7549.jpgIMG_7549Goodbye.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7548.jpgIMG_7548https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7546.jpgIMG_7546In the sunlight.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7532.jpgIMG_7532Brotherly death match.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/img_7520.jpgIMG_7520Morgan, for the 6!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/imag0394.jpgIMAG0394Old friends and new friends (photo: Jill Brigden)2013-02-17T16:42:26+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/02/09/learning-to-sell/2013-02-11T18:00:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/02/05/habits/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/photo-3.jpgphoto 3More belay.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/photo-2.jpgphoto 2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/photo-1.jpgphoto 1FRESHIEZhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_6586.jpgIMG_6586Christmas morning.2013-02-06T04:26:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2013/01/01/the-real-thing/2013-01-02T06:31:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/02/2105/2013-01-02T06:25:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/12/30/elves/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6590.jpgIMG_6590Somewhere south of Dillon, MT.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6581.jpgIMG_6581https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6568.jpgIMG_6568Sweetness.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6544.jpgIMG_6544Doing due diligence in the avy pit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6533.jpgIMG_6533https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6529.jpgIMG_6529Thinner than it looked.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6521.jpgIMG_6521Well... someone needed to step up and be Pimp Santa.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6510.jpgIMG_6510Cousins Peter and Brit show off the latest fashions.2012-12-31T04:07:52+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/23/castleton-tower-kor-ingalls-iii-5-9-off-width/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-8.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-8https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-3.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-3https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-2.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-38.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-38Headed down.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-37.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-37https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-31.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-31Summit. Booyah.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-13.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-13Jordan fights the off-width battle.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2011-04-22-castleton_tower-9.jpg2011.04.22 Castleton_Tower-9Happy to finish the crux offwidth.2012-12-18T05:11:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/12/12/festival/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/walking.jpgwalkingSaturday.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/tools.jpgtoolshttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/mixedcomp.jpgmixedcomphttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/lead.jpgleadLots to remember.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6388.jpgIMG_6388Conor, getting pumped.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/hyalite.jpghyaliteThis place is always spectacular.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/crushing.jpgcrushinghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/cole.jpgcole2012-12-13T07:08:30+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/12/02/telling/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6286.jpgIMG_6286https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img_6280.jpgIMG_6280https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/graineater.jpgGraineaterThis is the GrainEater in early season, but fully climbable conditions- taken Nov. 27, 2011.2012-12-03T06:09:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/28/speak-out/2012-11-29T05:57:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/24/thanksaction/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/photo-3-1.jpgphoto 3-1I love having friends that love to cook.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/photo-2-1.jpgphoto 2-1Prairie Heritage Heirloom turkey, perfectly seasoned and done.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/photo-1-1.jpgphoto 1-1Hiking the M to get our appetite on!2012-11-24T17:43:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/19/special-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/plains.jpgplainsThe high, northern plains.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/soundcheck.jpgSoundcheckSoundcheck.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/roll-home.jpgroll homeThe Seeley-Swan at sunset.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/missioncomplete.jpgmissioncompleteGetting what she came for.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/katie.jpgkatie"I told you not to look directly at the turkey..."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_6191.jpgIMG_6191A humble day of work and 10 gallons of blood.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_6149.jpgIMG_6149On the path-- keep pushing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/humble.jpghumblehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/grisly.jpggrislyThe look on little Declan's face says it all...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dinner.jpgdinnerFarm-fresh and amazing, dinner is not to be missed.2012-11-20T06:32:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/10/special/2012-11-11T17:19:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/11/06/participation/2012-11-06T16:05:17+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/30/council/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/judith-gap1.jpgjudith gapPower for a new Montana.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/wintershare.jpgwintersharehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/post.jpgpostCaption Unnecessary.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/pickhoe.jpgpickhoeOne of Jeff Funk's amazing tools, up for the live auction. I'll be headed back to make some more.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/m_and_v.jpgm_and_vMeasurement and verification data from regenerative grassland practices using cattle. Compelling.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/lewistown.jpglewistownWelcome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/judith-gap.jpgjudith gapEnergy for a new Montana, at the Judith Gap windfarm.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-10-27-09-22.jpg2012-10-27 09.22Senator Jon Tester opens the morning by video-conference. We had a nice little chat about energy conservation...2012-11-03T17:41:39+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/17/richer/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5632.jpgIMG_5632We are slowly introducing Jake to all the dark backcountry arts.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5651.jpgIMG_5651Clark Fork at Alberton, October 14, 2012. Perfect.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5617.jpgIMG_5617Just playing with the rock toys.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5587.jpgIMG_5587Maybe grey skies make the fall colors stand out even more?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5583.jpgIMG_5583The roommates did not miss the occasion.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5581.jpgIMG_5581The Super Nova at Big Dipper Ice Cream. Feeds 9 easily.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5572.jpgIMG_5572Waterworks birthday hike. Richer for sure.2012-10-18T05:33:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/11/27/2012-10-14T05:43:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/10/everything/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5502.jpgIMG_5502Topping out one of Margaret's first real rock climbs.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_5467.jpgIMG_5467Home grown tomatoes at the PEAS Farmhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-10-02-18-56.jpg2012-10-02 18.56It is my favorite season.2012-10-11T05:05:36+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/10/03/boulder-colorado/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-29-17-36.jpg2012-09-29 17.36https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-29-14-21.jpg2012-09-29 14.216 people clustered around a window detail. Only at a PassiveHouse conference.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-29-12-30.jpg2012-09-29 12.30https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-29-11-16.jpg2012-09-29 11.16Stand and deliver. My cousin gets it done.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-27-17-37-44.jpg2012-09-27 17.37.44Home away from home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-27-17-13-11.jpg2012-09-27 17.13.11The theater architecture was nice, but the line-up was unbelievable...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-27-15-03-29.jpg2012-09-27 15.03.29Classic.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2012-09-26-12-56-46.jpg2012-09-26 12.56.46Zola- the only folks I know that can make a R-10, triple pane, 19' wide sliding glass door.2012-10-04T05:24:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/09/25/travel/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo.jpgphotoEn route, via SLC.2012-09-26T21:58:26+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/09/19/focus/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/roomies4life.jpgroomies4lifeRoommates for life, at least in spirit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/local.jpglocalHow can we make this little black and white sticker really *mean* something more.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/img_5076.jpgIMG_5076"Work is love made visible." (Kahlil Gibran) It's obvious these two have done the work.2012-09-20T04:57:47+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/09/12/tuolomne/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/eastsierrasunrise.jpgeastsierrasunriseFirst light on the mountains, September 6, 2012.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/westcrack.jpgwestcrackUp to be down, I hated calling the weather after a superb first pitch.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/weather.jpgweatherRain?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/tenayalake.jpgtenayalakeNew friends on the route next to us.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/southcrack2.jpgsouthcrack2John charging the 2nd pitch.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/showthegawkers.jpgshowthegawkersClimbers are the main wildlife attraction for tourists at the base of Stately Pleasure Dome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/nevada-speed-limit.jpgnevada speed limitMy Jetta does not travel faster than 108mph, but it does get 40mpg.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/mobile-coffee.jpgmobile coffeeHow many of my best days start.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/mathes7.jpgmathes7John's last belay ledge. Perfect.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/mathes6.jpgmathes6Everyone gets this photo, and I don't care.2012-09-14T03:26:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/09/02/seasons/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-3-11.jpgphoto 3-1I'm not sure when I will see my friend again, and very glad I made the effort this time.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-4.jpgphoto 4Just north of Deeth, Nevada. Just go be out in the world today.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-3.jpgphoto 3Really didn't expect to find a post office...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-2.jpgphoto 2Somewhere west of Rogerson, Idaho.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-2-1.jpgphoto 2-1https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-1.jpgphoto 1Sunrise, September 1, 2012, Challis, Idaho. Music: Explosions In The Sky, Your Hand in Mine.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/photo-1-1.jpgphoto 1-1The Jarbridge is worth the trip.2012-09-02T21:58:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/30/love/2012-09-17T01:12:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/27/eat-our-words-2012-inspiration/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1066.jpgIMG_1066Mt Brooks and the Pyramid Peaks from 12,500' on Karsten's Ridge, Denali.2012-08-28T14:45:28+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/26/pack-it-in/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4499.jpgIMG_4499https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4492.jpgIMG_4492Dinner was just that good.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4485.jpgIMG_4485Big Creek Lakes may hold some first ascent possibilities- if you want to haul your gear 14 miles...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4474.jpgIMG_4474Psyched to be in the high country- just such a fun place to play.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_44732.jpgIMG_4473https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4451.jpgIMG_4451Clear views on night 1.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4450.jpgIMG_4450It's been a while since Dustin's been on the ropes, but his knots still look good.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2012-08-18-11-36.jpg2012-08-18 11.36On the way out.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2012-08-17-15-34.jpg2012-08-17 15.34Yes, we have matching visors. Mine went missing, and Dustin wanted a piece of Montana...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2012-08-17-10-36.jpg2012-08-17 10.362012-08-27T13:48:59+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/19/nothing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_44731.jpgIMG_4473Dustin, deep in the Selway-Bitterroot...2012-08-20T05:01:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/13/wafflestompers/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/p7-crux.jpgp7 cruxCharging the crux off-width means so much more when you are 5'1"... respect.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ky_slabs.jpgky_slabsKy finds his groove on the upper slabs of Pitch 5.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/chimney.jpgchimneySo it's less than vertical in one direction, but more than vertical in the other...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/too-late.jpgtoo lateEnough said.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/p2-belay.jpgp2 belayAt least I found a pretty belay?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/linda_p4.jpglinda_p4https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/linda_p4_2.jpglinda_p4_2Linda styles the "Triple Roofs traverse" on Pitch 4.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ky_p1.jpgky_p1That's Ky, following me off-route and off-width. Classic.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4344.jpgIMG_4344Homeward.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_4342.jpgIMG_4342Last looks.2012-08-14T18:41:03+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/22/entity/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/lake.jpglakeRandom jeep roads to... nowhere?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/worked.jpgworkedTired legs. Looking at the Big Hole valley.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/raftingmayhem.jpgraftingmayhemMission Accomplished. Safe travels to Crow and Kelly!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pickamountain.jpgpickamountainInspiration abounds.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/next.jpgnextFrom the first summit- my next objective.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/morning.jpgmorningMorning glow.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/lookingback.jpglookingbackLooking back at the first summit of the day.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3980.jpgIMG_3980Moving fast and high in the mountains is what it's all about.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/firstlight.jpgfirstlightFirst light, July 22, 2012.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/bivy.jpgbivyPlaying with light.2012-08-14T02:07:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/08/07/jamming/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/instagram.jpeginstagramPhoto courtesy of Steve Cundy + Instagram.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/tango.jpgtangoTwo local tango instructors turned more than a few heads tearing it up on the patio...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/accountable.jpgaccountableWho likes getting their money back?2012-08-08T06:14:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/26/descriptions-of-myself/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/photo-22.jpgphoto 2The results of my direct efforts for one day. What did you actually *do* today?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/photo-11.jpgphoto 110:30am July 26, 2012. Candid, while blowing cellulose insulation. 2012-07-27T04:43:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/15/no-sweat/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/pitch4.jpgpitch4Still smiling after pitch 4... only one more to go.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3936.jpgIMG_3936https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3932.jpgIMG_3932One off the top for good measure. And yes, there is a 1,000ft unclimbed wall behind me...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3911.jpgIMG_3911Jen- figuring it out, backpack and all.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3908.jpgIMG_3908I still don't know if this is actually the first pitch...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3872.jpgIMG_3872If only every commute could start with this view...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3867.jpgIMG_3867One of the rare photos of me and Andy- on the far end of Como Lake.2012-07-15T21:35:48+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/08/like-civilized-men/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3777.jpgIMG_3777Learning the skills. I was happy not to light the stove, and focus on getting the photo!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3764.jpgIMG_3764An evening with civilized men.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3736.jpgIMG_3736High country.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3715.jpgIMG_3715My friend opened his heart to this place, and had more questions than I had answers to.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3703.jpgIMG_3703Kintla Lake = Perfection.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3690.jpgIMG_3690Ramesh learns to move some water.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3675.jpgIMG_3675Boat + Car + Mountains = Adventurehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3667.jpgIMG_3667The boat I borrowed was still there after 160 miles...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3664.jpgIMG_3664Lake MacDonald. Gateway to Glacier National Park.2012-07-10T05:34:41+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/05/merica/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3632.jpgIMG_3632https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_3631.jpgIMG_36312012-07-09T12:18:21+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/07/01/portland-5-out-to-sea/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/moontime.jpgmoontimeMoonlight on clouds above the Clark Fork- an ideal setting to do some thinking.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/comfort-zone.jpegcomfort zoneI think this is what I'm exploring on this journey. Saw this on facebook originally, but found online here: http://www.highexistence.com/images/view/where-the-magic-happens-vs-your-comfort-zone-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/cars.jpgcarsWas showing my new roommate around Missoula last Friday and stumbled upon a classic car show "cruising the strip". Small town American west at it's best.2012-07-17T19:48:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/06/20/roaming/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/photo.jpgphoto3-4 weeks. It looks worse than it is.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/pass-sign.jpgpass signWell off the beaten path...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3385.jpgIMG_3385Ever wonder how much abandon mining equipment is scattered across the west?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3342.jpgIMG_3342The elements may all be the same- rock, cloud, tree, sky- but every single wilderness sunset is special to me.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3318.jpgIMG_3318David thinks - "this, this is not Seattle any more..."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3315.jpgIMG_3315It's still early season in Montana.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3309.jpgIMG_3309Pintler-Anaconda Wilderness. Booyah.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3305.jpgIMG_3305Yes this is actually the view from my backyard most nights...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/fire.jpgfireCar camping on the Salmon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dog-walk.jpgdog walkWe're just out for a "walk", at 9,800'.2012-06-23T05:56:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/06/13/questions/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1317.jpgIMG_1317Just before I left Portland, an acquaintance offered me 5 keys for success in life. Maybe the right questions point here?2012-06-14T05:55:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/06/10/commitment/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/weight.jpgweightFrequent after work commitments.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/sustour.jpgsustourMy boss sharing his passion in his backyard- talking about high performance windows, chickens, and building urban density.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3297.jpgIMG_3297It's June in Montana and I'm wearing my puffy coat around the house getting ready for a run. Maybe I'm more committed than I give myself credit for.2012-06-11T03:56:31+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/07/live-an-examined-life/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-092043.jpg20110907-092043.jpgThe northern plains of Colorado.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-090131.jpg20110907-090131.jpgRenewing the cycle inNebraska, the very spot I camped four years ago while moving to Oregon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-090123.jpg20110907-090123.jpgMississippi River.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-090105.jpg20110907-090105.jpgCentral Illinois.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-090052-e1315438309158.jpg20110907-090052.jpgCleveland.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-090010.jpg20110907-090010.jpgMountaintop removal- the real deal in West Virginia.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110907-085957.jpg20110907-085957.jpgReady to roll to destinations unknown in the New River Gorge.2012-06-10T18:39:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/06/07/buy-your-vote/2012-06-08T04:52:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/06/03/14-minutes/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3231.jpgIMG_3231Wanna get strong? These kids literally live in a gym...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3220.jpgIMG_3220The sun in the background is entirely deceiving.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3216.jpgIMG_3216This picture just doesn't really fit into any good day of climbing. Note the line of water marching down the valley.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_3214.jpgIMG_3214Not sure whether Jess is indicating her opinion of the weather or my skills at forecasting it.2012-06-05T03:09:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/31/the-winds/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/colchuck.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOne of my first Cascade summits, Mt. Colchuck via the North Buttress Couloir. Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Washington. 2008https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/magically.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAEyes wide open on my first mixed climb. Hyalite Canyon, Montana. 2009.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2508.jpgIMG_2508Bouldering at Groom Creek, Arizona. 2007.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/seusca_rock.jpg1000001146.JPGFinding some far flung goods in Seusca, Colombia. 2011.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/thrill.jpgthrillhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/squamish.jpgsquamishLearning open-hand strength in Squamish, British Columbia. 2010.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/skander3.jpgskander3One of my early trad leads in a quarry outside of Stirling, Scotland, 2005https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/seusca_sun.jpgseusca_sunhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/scotland_trad.jpgScotland_tradhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/lunatic-fringe.jpglunatic fringeSometimes this feels a little lunatic- leading Lunatic Fringe, Yosemite National Park, California. 2011.2012-08-17T12:54:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/30/stay-inspired/2012-05-31T05:49:52+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/27/more-blog-less-facebook/2012-05-27T16:09:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/26/place/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1052.jpgIMG_1052Me and Chris at McGonagall Pass, June 2011.2012-05-31T04:35:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/15/the-beehive/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/xition.jpgxitionI've never had to switch directly from ski boots to rock shoes before. Go figure...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/tapley.jpgtapleyThe one and only Pete Tapley, ragin'.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/summit.jpgsummitFeeling high on the summit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/route-views.jpgroute viewsViews from the center of the face were spectacular.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/marco.jpgmarcohttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/marco_2.jpgmarco_2Marco- enjoying a little exposure just before the summit ridge.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_3010.jpgIMG_3010https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/honey.jpgHoneyLike many other Beehives, this one was full of honey.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/headed-home.jpgheaded homeGreat views of The Sphinx and Lone Peak on the way home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/drew-closes-in.jpgdrew closes inDrew leading up pitch 4.2012-05-16T05:12:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/06/still-on/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2963.jpgIMG_2963Spring conditions at low elevations. Time to re-tune the skis!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2953.jpgIMG_2953The weather kept getting better for us as the day got longer.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2947.jpgIMG_2947Our tracks are on the main face right of the triangle of trees. Stout.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2937.jpgIMG_2937It's an odd feeling to watch your ski take off down the hill without you on it...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2923.jpgIMG_2923https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2921.jpgIMG_2921Really?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2914.jpgIMG_2914Admittedly, wilder than I had imagined.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_2902.jpgIMG_2902Good to go. Another awesome day in the Bitterroot.2012-05-07T05:44:36+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/05/02/pacing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/worked.jpgworkedThoroughly worked by the time I got to the top of Mt. Sentinel.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/time.jpgtimehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/the-best.jpgthe bestThree of the best long distance runners in the world. Geoff Roes, Tony Krupicka, and Hal Koerner at the Wilma Theater on Sunday night.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/precarious.jpgprecariousReally glad I didn't move 550 miles like this...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/nlc-fellows.jpgNLC FellowsThe 2012 NLC-Montana Fellows. What an inspiring group of people to share ideas with.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/moving-again.jpgmoving again2012-05-03T13:55:21+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/25/wants-and-needs/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/20120425-175003.jpg20120425-175003.jpg2012-04-26T14:40:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/16/rattler/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/steve_puppyteeth.jpgSteve_puppyteethAlways pushing ahead- Steve gets chewed up by "Puppy Teeth", 12a.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_2701.jpgIMG_2701Jess steps up her game and gets down to business on a 10b.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_2692.jpgIMG_2692Don't forget to look back after you top out, the views are not to be missed.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_2687.jpgIMG_2687Jamie gets on it with grit and grin.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_2683.jpgIMG_2683Yours truly after sticking the crux on the 11b I fell off last weekend.2012-04-16T19:05:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/08/packing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/south-hills.jpgsouth hillsThe south hills are full of really awful McMansions, but I can't argue with the view...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/not-clear.jpgnot clearRoads around town are NOT yet all clear.2012-04-15T20:18:14+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/15/thermodynamics/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/photo-e1334503704191.jpgstampFreedom, forever? I am very afraid not.2012-04-17T05:00:58+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/07/dont-suck-today/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_2572.jpgIMG_2572The tail end of one a coal train that I happened to catch from the bike bridge. Life keeps rolling forwards.2012-04-07T16:24:26+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/04/01/adventures-yes/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/route-in-the-rain.jpgroute in the rainThe rope hangs, after two whippers on the crux...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/mixed-bag.jpgmixed bagThe weather couldn't make up its mind on Lolo Pass today...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/jumbo.jpgjumboFinally open for hiking.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/holes.jpgholesIt is strangely gratifying to put a 6" hole in the side of someone's house...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/glop.jpgglopToday was not a powder day, but might have been everything else.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/gas.jpggasThis is how you prevent a gas leak, before you turn on the gas...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/dancing.jpgdancingCowboys just love to dance.2012-04-02T05:24:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/19/stronger/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/puffy.jpgpuffyYes, it was a little cold, but Cole solved that problem by climbing 5.12 in his puffy coat...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/cool.jpgcoolKeeping cool despite the puffy coat, just before a huge whipper.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/climbing-blur.jpgclimbing blurBoldly we go...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/business.jpgbusinessWorking the crux, heel hooking on crimps and throwing to a huge pocket.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/baffled.jpgbaffledI'll figure this out one of these days...2012-03-20T05:45:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/12/stoke-the-coals/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/last-ice.jpglast icePossibly the end of the season in Finley. Things are looking thin...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/jamie.jpgJamieGrateful for another solid partner to enjoy the sun with.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/familiar.jpgfamiliarI hope I never get tired of this view. Off the top of Weedeater, again.2012-03-13T03:50:44+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/08/iwd/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/768px-acacia_dealbata-1.jpg768px-Acacia_dealbata-1Silver Wattle. Traditional IWD gift. Credit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Acacia_dealbata-1.jpg AND Eugene Zelenko.2012-03-09T03:21:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/07/hard-knocks/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/shoes.jpgshoeshttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/missing.jpgmissing22" diameter ductwork is all custom. Don't forget anything, because it's got a 2 day lead time...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/inthehole.jpgintheholeHumbled.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/ductwork-maze.jpgductwork mazeIf it looks like a maze...2012-03-08T16:11:21+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/05/untitled-1/2012-03-08T16:09:28+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/03/04/portland-4-in-limbo/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/window.jpgwindowClose up of what all the fuss is about.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/wall.jpgwallThis is what's it's all about- a mildly color adjusted image of a double stud wall with no thermal bridging. Nerdy as charged.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/testing.jpgtestingBuilding materials test chamber- for wind driven rain up to 200mph...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/pay.jpgpayJohn Ruskin was a wise man.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_2427.jpgIMG_2427https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_2426.jpgIMG_2426https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/gawkers.jpggawkersYes, yes, this is a bunch of people standing around gawking at a window-- only at a PassivHaus conference.2012-03-26T02:13:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/26/live-your-life/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2354.jpgIMG_2354Sometimes the adventure is deciding what to do when you find yourself in a familiar place.2012-02-27T05:18:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/19/one-mile/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2379.jpgIMG_2379Crappy snow on the way down was mitigated by amazing colors and views.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2372.jpgIMG_2372Happy to be back from the summit, and ready for some powder turns.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2371.jpgIMG_2371A little blurry, but the wind on top was going to knock me off my feet.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2368.jpgIMG_2368Smiling at our first views of what we would be skiing.2012-02-20T06:19:36+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/18/red-rope-days/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/solo-kit.jpgsolo kitLIght and simple.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/run.jpgrunNot sure why I'm not smiling, but it was a gooooood jog back to the car.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/got-it.jpggot it30m of super fun.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/get-it.jpgget it100% Yes.2012-02-19T01:38:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/14/reality-bath/2012-02-15T04:09:51+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/13/in-the-arena/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/steeps.jpgsteepsOn route looking down G1.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/sk-p2_stem.jpgsk p2_stemPlaying for keeps.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/cleos1.jpgCleosThe mega classic in mega good shape.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/sk-p2_1.jpgsk p2_1Entering the arena.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/road-home.jpgroad homeSatisfaction.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/drew-p2-second.jpgdrew p2 secondhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/drew-p1.jpgDrew p1Fun in the sun with Drew leading pitch 1.2012-02-13T15:05:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/06/blogiversary/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/hyalite.jpghyaliteHyalite Canyon, Bozeman, Montanahttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/bike.jpgbikeLeaving Bogota, Colombia on the first day of real riding.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/denali.jpgdenaliThe North Summit of Denali, July 7, 2011.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/castleton.jpgcastletonI can't wait for more.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/yosemite-gates.jpgyosemite gates2011 was not short on goods.2012-02-25T23:37:46+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/06/grin/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2262.jpgIMG_2262The dropping sun leaves behind perfect colors.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2256.jpgIMG_2256Getting the goods on round 4.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2254.jpgIMG_2254Willow gets mad credit for breaking trail most of the day.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2245.jpgIMG_2245Perfect glades full of powder.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2239.jpgIMG_2239Huge hoarfrost "crisps!"https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2234.jpgIMG_2234Gwen's got the grin too.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2229.jpgIMG_2229https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2219.jpgIMG_2219Unbelievable snow.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2217.jpgIMG_2217Way better than my desk.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2216.jpgIMG_2216The Crystal Theater is 50 minutes drive from my desk, and perfect for a Friday afternoon.2012-02-07T03:41:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/02/01/ancient-art/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2181.jpgIMG_2181The real deal, crafted by my own hands.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2168.jpgIMG_2168Getting down to business with yours truly on the medium power hammer.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2165.jpgIMG_2165Tie rod from a 1972 International truck. Perfect piton stock.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2160.jpgIMG_2160While I was practicing, Bryan and Matt were having lots of fun with the sledgehammer.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2155.jpgIMG_2155The first practice round, made out of junk steel bar stock.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2147.jpgIMG_2147The best recollection I had on the spot for some basic piton designs.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2141.jpgIMG_2141You figure out why anvils have their shape once you start bending the eyelets.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2135.jpgIMG_2135Everybody's gettin down to business.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2133.jpgIMG_2133My first few swings.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_2104.jpgIMG_2104Grey, but still too hot to touch comfortably.2012-02-07T03:43:18+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/29/lolo-pass-backcountry-skiing-day-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_2190.jpgIMG_2190About to exercise good judgement.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_2189.jpgIMG_2189Ross, Gwen, and Willow ready for a beautiful day of turns.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_2188.jpgIMG_2188Gwen gets down to get the scoop on avalanche conditions.2012-01-30T02:13:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/26/the-hard-way-part-1/2012-02-16T06:11:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/22/sit-tight/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/snowcar.jpgsnowcarOh yeah, there is a car under there...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/screws.jpgscrewsStay motivated.2012-01-24T00:12:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/17/passion/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/graineater.jpggraineaterView from the trail.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/polar-circus.jpgPolar CircusPolar Circus, one of the greatest routes in the Canadian Rockies. FFA Jack Roberts and Dale Bard. RIP Jack.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1996.jpgIMG_1996Stoked to tick this one off.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1994.jpgIMG_1994For being so close to home, the line is pleasantly NOT small.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1989.jpgIMG_1989Just off the belay on p2, and into the business...2012-01-17T17:34:08+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/13/like-we-stole-it/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1981.jpgIMG_1981Winter in Montana isn't all dark and cold after all.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1979.jpgIMG_1979Steve making the most of the ledge atop pitch 3. Nice work on the crux buddy!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1978.jpgIMG_1978Hell Yes.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1974-e1326502993106.jpgIMG_1974South facing dark rock teaches an important lesson about solar heat gain...2012-01-14T01:23:10+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/09/re-blog-an-open-letter-to-those-who-hate/2012-01-13T16:17:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/07/re-motivate/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/sunset-e1325955527949.jpgsunsetI think I like sunsets in the mountains even better than on the ocean.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/river-view.jpgriver viewThe New Year looks pretty good.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/missions.jpgmissionsSome of the view that first tempted me to Montana- the Missions.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/jump-in.jpgjump inI just gotta jump into this year.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/jess.jpgjessSo good to see a bit of Portland out in the Montana field.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/carousel.jpgcarouselIf you come to Missoula, this may become mandatory.2012-01-09T04:29:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/08/lolo-pass-backcountry-skiing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/grey.jpggreyMaking the best of a grey day. Looking at Montana from the Idaho border.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/fyi.jpgFYICourtesy of the Forest Service, a little below average, but good for checking your expectations.2012-01-10T05:08:01+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2012/01/01/even-better/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1851.jpgIMG_1851Enjoying a very tight band, and I didn't have to play!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mso.jpgMSOThe first morning of 2012, from "The M" on Mt. Sentinel.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_1855.jpgIMG_1855I may not know exactly how yet, but 2012 is going to be even better...2012-01-01T16:51:48+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/28/austin-texas/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/skru-tree.jpgSk&Ru @ treeMe and my grandma.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_1805.jpgIMG_1805Soren and I, psyched on the bike and hike adventure.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_1788.jpgIMG_1788Obligatory holiday tradition. Enough sugar and butter for 2012.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_1784.jpgIMG_1784Epic quinoa salad for 12.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_1781.jpgIMG_1781Christmas lights, ice climbing photos, and 60 degree sunsets. Welcome to my life.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_1778.jpgIMG_1778The outstanding artwork of El Anatsui.2011-12-29T03:55:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/24/race-to-the-bottom/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/sale-poster.jpgsale posterLocal businesses are moving out of your community NOW! When there aren't any left...2011-12-24T17:27:16+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/19/hyalite/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/pc170004.jpgdeliciousFeeling the magic on Magically Delicious.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/drew.jpgDrewDrew, showing us all how to stem.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/mid-high.jpgmid highPeaking around the corner into the goodness.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/top-down.jpgtop downHeaded down the rappel lines.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/though-four-more.jpgthough four moreIt's all about the triangle shape on Through Four More.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/sunset.jpgsunsetThe colors hint at the richness of our experience here.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/rocketboy.jpgrocketboyMarko may be one of the first to tag one of the last great classics, RocketBoy.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/no-rope.jpgno ropeI'm missing a rope behind me.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/marko.jpgmarkoMarko taking in the sun.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fat-one.jpgfat oneThe Fat One, without anyone around on a Monday afternoon.2011-12-21T02:28:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/14/troy-montana/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/20111214-095608.jpg20111214-095608.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/20111214-095541.jpg20111214-095541.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/20111214-095519.jpg20111214-095519.jpg2011-12-16T05:51:15+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/05/the-question/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/cruisin1.jpgcruisinJamie cruises through his first ice pitch in two years.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/room.jpgroomMy room, after another stellar weekend in Missoula.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/nose-flute.jpgnose fluteReasons show and tell is awesome- nose flute.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/mill-creek-cold.jpgMill Creek ColdI was happy to meet and climb with Steve, but not so happy about the temps...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/mexican.jpgmexicanThis is how ice climbing days are supposed to end.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/last-step.jpglast stepFiguring out the last few steps.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/ax.jpgaxAxes are for swinging!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/answering.jpgoutOut looking for an answer...2011-12-06T21:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/12/02/surrender/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/all-domestic.jpgall domesticAt the MUD Sewing for Guys workshop. Life in Missoula is good.2011-12-03T04:26:04+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/27/going-local/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/needmoresnow.jpgneedmoresnowHopefully there will be more snow next time.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/baskets.jpgbaskets$2.50 in duct tape at a gas station.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/polehole.jpgpoleholeThey make funny prints, but they do work!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/more-road.jpgmore roadLots of slogging.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/letsroll2.jpgletsroll2Gearing up for a long road slog.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/studyup.jpgstudyupStudying the route before swinging the tools saves energy.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/graineater.jpgGraineaterLove your local goods.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/good-moves.jpggood movesHips in, arms straight, trust the feet- getting the moves together.2011-12-04T23:30:29+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/24/bounty/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1100.jpgIMG_1100Me, reaping the bounty on the North summit of Denali, July 7, 2011.2011-11-24T16:01:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/23/work-in-the-morning/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-2011-11-23-at-07-56.jpgPhoto on 2011-11-23 at 07.56Dubstep-- go. Focus-- go. Ideas-- go.2011-11-23T20:31:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/16/goals/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111016-060354.jpg20111016-060354.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111016-060237.jpg20111016-060237.jpg2011-11-23T18:16:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/21/some-bad-mother-pluckers/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/cold.jpgcoldEarly indication of how much "fun" we would be having.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/worked.jpgworkedhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/sunrise-day-1.jpgsunrise day 1Saturday morning, cold and beautiful on the far northern plains.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/snatch.jpgsnatchCatch the turkey. Watch out for wings and feet.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/shadow-of-doom.jpgshadow of doomThe shadow in the window says it all.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/scalding-and-beer.jpgscalding and beerLate Sunday afternoon, Hannah had the brilliant idea to pair scalding work and beer.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/music2.jpgmusic2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/music1.jpgmusic1https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/lunch.jpglunchhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/last-few-kicks.jpglast few kicksHolding steady for the last few kicks.2011-11-26T07:02:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/21/violence/2011-11-22T06:17:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/16/missoula-montana/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/20111116-111731.jpg20111116-111731.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/20111116-111720.jpg20111116-111720.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/20111116-111707.jpg20111116-111707.jpg2011-11-17T06:22:08+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/12/retraction/2011-11-12T21:26:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/11/does-it-matter/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1288.jpgIMG_1288Landing, and stuff explosion.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1284.jpgIMG_1284Packed to the gills.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1282.jpgIMG_1282Notice how low the back end of the Jetta is- the wheel well compression is visible.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1281.jpgIMG_1281The bike is itching to roll again...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1279.jpgIMG_1279Lots of driving... lots and lots and lots.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1274.jpgIMG_1274Leaving Portland on Wednesday, with perfect vis on Mt. Hood2011-11-12T21:20:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/04/portland-3-lessons/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1257.jpgIMG_1257Where else can two adults have a perfectly stellar time riding a carousel without anyone raising an eyebrow? (Thanks for Hannah for a fun outing!)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1254.jpgIMG_1254Even Miss Rasa gets involved with the recycling effort.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1252.jpgIMG_1252Typical Missoula sunset. Awesome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_1251.jpgIMG_1251Even better than my beloved New Seasons...2014-01-31T20:21:22+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/08/lookout-for-yourself/2011-11-12T06:11:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/11/07/a-totally-different-picture/2011-11-18T17:52:30+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/31/lakeside-montana/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/scs-bike-cider.jpgSCS bike ciderYour's truly working the cider press.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/road.jpgroadI'm not sure where this road goes, but sometimes you just have to follow it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/lake2.jpglake2Heading down to Missoula on Sunday afternoon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/lake1.jpglake1Escaping the networking madness with a quick jaunt down to Flathead Lake.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/iceaxe.jpgiceaxehttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/bike-cider.jpgbike cider2011-11-01T05:41:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/25/work-the-plan/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/photo-4-3-e1319610558738.jpgphoto 4-3Putting the finishing "touches" on the split... with the sledge.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/photo-3-3-e1319610477554.jpgphoto 3-3Your pressure treated fence posts aren't supposed to look, or wiggle, like this one.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/photo-2-3-e1319610339120.jpgphoto 2-3My brother finally makes an appearance on the blog! (not the best photo though...)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/photo-1-2-e1319610275415.jpgphoto 1-2The median strip definitely needs improvement with native plants.2011-10-29T02:57:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/27/take-the-tools-for-a-walk/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-105923.jpg20111027-105923.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-105820.jpg20111027-105820.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-105552.jpg20111027-105552.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-104608.jpg20111027-104608.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-084127.jpg20111027-084127.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111027-083741.jpg20111027-083741.jpg2011-10-28T06:00:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/25/north/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/booth-sunset1.jpgbooth sunsetSunset in the Bay, respect for a man who burned so very brightly.2011-10-26T06:20:21+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/23/times-are-a-changin/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111023-112632.jpg20111023-112632.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111023-112523.jpg20111023-112523.jpg2011-10-24T07:27:31+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/10/the-good-parts/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-103247.jpg20111010-103247.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-102755.jpg20111010-102755.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-102629.jpg20111010-102629.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-102453.jpg20111010-102453.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-102018.jpg20111010-102018.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-101820.jpg20111010-101820.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111010-101702.jpg20111010-101702.jpg2011-10-18T15:35:04+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/14/flow/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111014-104652.jpg20111014-104652.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111014-104612.jpg20111014-104612.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111014-104205.jpg20111014-104205.jpg2011-10-18T15:33:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/10/occupation/2013-03-22T16:26:39+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/08/mocoa-to-pasto/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-071722.jpg20111008-071722.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-055222.jpg20111008-055222.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-055123.jpg20111008-055123.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-055032.jpg20111008-055032.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-054951.jpg20111008-054951.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-054902.jpg20111008-054902.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111008-054814.jpg20111008-054814.jpg2011-10-10T15:27:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/06/failure/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111006-032837.jpg20111006-032837.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111006-032604.jpg20111006-032604.jpg2011-10-08T21:24:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/27/how-to-eat-an-elephant/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110927-104620.jpg20110927-104620.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110927-104604.jpg20110927-104604.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110927-104534.jpg20110927-104534.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110927-104506.jpg20110927-104506.jpg2011-10-06T00:39:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/01/the-tatacoa-desert/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013904.jpg20111005-013904.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20110930-112051.jpg20110930-112051.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013823.jpg20111005-013823.jpg2011-10-05T22:00:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/10/03/solo-part-1/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013553.jpg20111005-013553.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013444.jpg20111005-013444.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013317.jpg20111005-013317.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-013136.jpg20111005-013136.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/20111005-012953.jpg20111005-012953.jpg2011-10-05T18:37:35+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/25/the-least-important-thing/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110926-053339.jpg20110926-053339.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110926-120244.jpg20110926-120244.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-114945.jpg20110925-114945.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-114923.jpg20110925-114923.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-113905.jpg20110925-113905.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-113844.jpg20110925-113844.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-113828.jpg20110925-113828.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110925-113810.jpg20110925-113810.jpg2011-10-01T12:05:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/23/bogota-colombia/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110923-071025.jpg20110923-071025.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110923-070943.jpg20110923-070943.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/up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shiny new burnished orange bike frame (with no cracks!)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dscf0019.jpgDSCF0019New tent! I never thought I'd by a one person tent...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/dscf0009.jpgDSCF0009Me, the Cilogear pack, and bike repair gear. One of many photos I shot for insurance purposes.2011-09-21T07:47:59+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/17/beginning-again/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110918-010455.jpg20110918-010455.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110917-061306.jpg20110917-061306.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110917-061246.jpg20110917-061246.jpg2011-09-18T20:05:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/14/the-saga-of-a-broken-bike/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/photo-2-e1316034531959.jpgphoto 2Killing time in Portland at the Widmer Oktoberfest really isn't so bad...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/photo-1.jpgphoto 1Driving past the impeccable off-width climbing in Vedauwoo, WY wondering if I would ever actually get to bike tour.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/trek-bb-crack09-03-2011-002.jpgTrek BB crack,09-03-2011 002Yup, cracked properly.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/img_1206.jpgIMG_1206The Fuji in Roche Harbor, while I'm figuring out it's too small for me...2011-09-15T03:44:33+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/11/dont-quit/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/combo-workout-e1315778730854.jpgcombo workoutA solid teammate is an amazing thing to have when facing down your demons, or the world.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/911-workout-e1315779600968.jpg911 workoutAllan, at 190lbs, was my "patient" fireman carried 25 yds at a time. 7 times.2011-09-11T22:54:17+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/10/in-the-west/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110910-071313.jpg20110910-071313.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110910-071305.jpg20110910-071305.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110910-071247.jpg20110910-071247.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110910-071233.jpg20110910-071233.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110910-071222.jpg20110910-071222.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/odell2.jpgodell2Fort Collins might be second only to Portland for outstanding local brew.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/odell1.jpgodell1I've wanted to visit this place for a while.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/coffee.jpgcoffeeI'm fortunate to have excellent company on a rain day.2011-09-10T15:08:38+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/09/03/four-planes-five-airports-and-2600-miles/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/20110903-095249.jpg20110903-095249.jpg2011-09-04T10:55:31+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/31/fire/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110831-105444.jpg20110831-105444.jpg2011-09-03T13:55:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/28/chicago-illinois/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1297.jpgIMG_1297Good coffee and a rare friend makes for a fine Sunday morning.2011-08-30T19:51:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/27/done-exhale-go/2011-08-27T20:01:14+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/24/exploring-the-brooks-range/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-124425.jpg20110724-124425.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-124415.jpg20110724-124415.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-124404.jpg20110724-124404.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-124352.jpg20110724-124352.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-124343.jpg20110724-124343.jpg2011-08-25T00:43:31+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/15/footprints/2011-08-25T00:39:34+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/11/dustin/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_3494.jpgIMG_3494https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_3490.jpgIMG_3490Goofing around at the Spring Mountain Crags.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_2758.jpgIMG_2758Thanksgiving Day 2009 in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_0559.jpgIMG_0559The friend I met down by the river.2011-08-25T00:37:50+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/24/smith-by-bike-a-k-a-experiential-learning/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/truckin-e1314225370823.jpgtruckinShe just keeps on truckin'.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/snack-e1314225381542.jpgsnackAfter 5 hours of riding, the BLT goes down hard.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/rope-e1314225312455.jpgropeNote the rope peaking out from under tarp on the trailer.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/partner-e1314225281131.jpgpartnerLovin' the downhill, not far from Terrebonne.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/objective.jpgobjectiveOur first sight of Smith, just on the horizon.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/highpoint-e1314225422449.jpghighpointOn top of our first big pass in Government Camp, OR.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/gear-e1314225447963.jpggearIt all fits... barely.2011-08-25T04:59:39+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/18/walk-the-line/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/photo-e1313683953694.jpgphotoJacob wrapping up a long session of squats, and inspiring me to keep pursuing the quality I'm looking for.2011-08-18T16:13:45+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/16/grabbing-the-dragons-tail-the-serpentine-arete-5-8-iv/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/alpine-lakes.jpgAlpine LakesLoved by many, the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area does not disappoint.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/valley-of-giants.jpgvalley of giantsSo much gorgeous granite...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/summit.jpgsummitTired and happy on the summit.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/race-the-light.jpgrace the lightRacing the light back to camp.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/ahnds.jpgahndsThe hands show signs of a good day out.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/wandering.jpgwanderingPat looks to make short work of a few spicy steps.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/stuart.jpgstuartThe great granite beast, Mt. Stuart. I look forward to returning when I can.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/getting-on-it1.jpggetting on itAcross the moat and time to go!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/crux.jpgcruxGetting the business end- yours truly on the crux.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/belay-hole.jpgbelay holeClose quarters on the last serious pitch.2011-08-16T18:00:07+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/12/portland-2-roots/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110812-111714.jpg20110812-111714.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110812-111639.jpg20110812-111639.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110812-111548.jpg20110812-111548.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110812-111527.jpg20110812-111527.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/20110812-111501.jpg20110812-111501.jpg2011-08-12T22:32:51+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/07/risk/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1170.jpgIMG_1170Getting my feet under me again after 10 weeks without rock climbing. (Photo by Pat Clinton)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/079-thrill.jpg079 - ThrillFeeling the thrill and managing the risks, on The Thrill is Gone- Hyalite Canyon, MT. (photo by John Saunders)2011-08-09T23:45:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/08/04/change-up/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_12081.jpgIMG_1208San Juan County park- I slept right here to watch the entire sunset.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1210.jpgIMG_1210It was indeed a very good morning.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1206.jpgIMG_1206First stop, Roche Harbor, at the north end of the island.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1201.jpgIMG_1201This is why they put in bike pullouts, and the things you miss when you're in a car.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1197.jpgIMG_1197At least for me, ferries usually mean adventure.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/img_1195.jpgIMG_1195Practice random acts of bike fun.2011-08-09T04:59:48+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/31/re-dedicate/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_2591-e1312097228734.jpgIMG_2591Exposure is a clarifying force- on the diving board at 17,200'.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_2544.jpgIMG_2544Feeling the deep wilderness on the Harper Glacier.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_2501.jpgIMG_2501Evenings are a great time to climb.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/img_2463.jpgIMG_2463Reflection is strong in the mountains.2011-08-08T15:49:46+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/30/get-your-hands-dirty/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110730-102450.jpg20110730-102450.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110730-102442.jpg20110730-102442.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110730-102433.jpg20110730-102433.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110730-102425.jpg20110730-102425.jpg2011-07-30T18:29:47+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/27/matanuska-peak/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110729-122642.jpg20110729-122642.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110727-092723.jpg20110727-092723.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110727-092714.jpg20110727-092714.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110727-092707.jpg20110727-092707.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110727-092700.jpg20110727-092700.jpg2011-07-29T08:26:56+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/24/part-7-teardown/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-121506.jpg20110724-121506.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-121456.jpg20110724-121456.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-121444.jpg20110724-121444.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-121426.jpg20110724-121426.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110724-121413.jpg20110724-121413.jpg2011-07-24T08:27:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/16/gates/2011-07-18T16:49:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/16/part-6-summits/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110716-013440.jpg20110716-013440.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110716-013420.jpg20110716-013420.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110716-013308.jpg20110716-013308.jpg2011-07-31T06:01:46+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/15/part-5-the-harper-glacier/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110716-011420.jpg20110716-011420.jpg2011-07-16T09:16:17+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/14/part-3-karstens-ridge/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110706-0346361.jpg20110706-034636.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110706-034647.jpg20110706-034647.jpg2012-02-25T05:36:09+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/13/rocksteady-and-bebop/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110701-042501.jpg20110701-042501.jpg2011-07-14T22:42:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/13/part-1-wonder-lake-to-the-lower-icefall/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110701-051150.jpg20110701-051150.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110701-051134.jpg20110701-051134.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110701-051208.jpg20110701-051208.jpg2011-07-14T22:35:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/13/the-past-30-days/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/20110701-043459.jpg20110701-043459.jpg2011-07-14T22:31:50+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/14/part-4-browne-tower-and-rescue/2011-07-31T06:02:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/07/13/part-2-muldrow-icefalls/2011-07-14T07:08:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/15/palmer-alaska/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-090427.jpg20110615-090427.jpgAll geared up for helicopter training with the Park Service.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-090327.jpg20110615-090327.jpgThe weather split just in time for me to show Courtney around the Matanuska glacier.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-090147.jpg20110615-090147.jpgIt's a privilege to have had so much quality time with an exceptional woman.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-090012.jpg20110615-090012.jpgArtwork by Emily Longbrake- a perfect way to remember wine, cheese, and bread on the beach with new friends.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-085947.jpg20110615-085947.jpgJust a little Alaska irony...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110615-085452.jpg20110615-085452.jpgLearning my father's craft- baking bread with Margaret.2011-06-16T05:46:30+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/12/every-morning/2011-06-16T05:42:40+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/13/cracks-part-2/2011-06-24T00:14:29+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/13/two-hands-two-feet-and-some-chocolate/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image_12.jpegimage_1The backcountry, just outside of town.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image_21.jpegimage_2So fun to share new places with old friends.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image1-e1308002017855.jpegimageIts still cold here in the summer.2011-06-13T22:01:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/12/cracks/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image_2.jpegimage_2Mt. Francis, just above Basecamp.2011-06-13T21:40:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/12/tent-bound/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image_1.jpegimage_1A few of the 70+ people still waiting for weather gopd enough to fly home in.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/image.jpegimageAfter official hours only...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0872.jpgIMG_0872The south face of Denali just poking through the mist.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0864-e1307875720943.jpgIMG_0864Party night at the ranger basecamp. The Icelander boys are in the huge matching down suits.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0857.jpgIMG_0857The last good look at Mt. Hunter for many days.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0853-e1307875653923.jpgIMG_0853We kill time in heavy weather looking at mechanical advantage systems for rescue situations.2011-06-12T18:59:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/10/what-next-part-1/2011-06-11T11:45:23+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/10/bacon-n-eggs/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0829.jpgIMG_0829Luke is fully stoked to sink a #2 Cam after running it out on thin ice.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0824.jpgIMG_0824A full 60m lead in the mountains...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0820.jpgIMG_0820At some point, I'm going to have to stop looking at Mt. Foraker and start climbing it.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0819.jpgIMG_0819At least my partner was fully psyched. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0816.jpgIMG_0816The route follows the ice chimmeys trending up and to the right to a snowfield.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0811-e1307732913856.jpgIMG_0811Just a gorgeous day to chase a gorgeous route.2011-06-10T19:48:04+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/09/kahiltna-international-airport/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0773.jpgIMG_0773Jumping in cracks is fun, when you expect it...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0767.jpgIMG_0767Necessary training, just under the eye of "The Great One" (Denali in the background)https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0759.jpgIMG_0759Sometimes, getting up in the middle of the night to pee is awesome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/img_0694.jpgIMG_0694Ready to rock.2011-06-10T18:57:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/06/09/wasilla-alaska/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110609-115935.jpg20110609-115935.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110609-115904.jpg20110609-115904.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/20110609-115844.jpg20110609-115844.jpg2011-06-09T20:29:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/26/big-dreams/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/20110526-122007.jpg20110526-122007.jpg2011-05-26T15:30:42+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/24/arrival-1/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/20110524-042739.jpg20110524-042739.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/20110524-041319.jpg20110524-041319.jpg2011-05-25T13:00:30+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/14/rule-6/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/yosfalls.jpgyosfallsStaring down Yosemite Falls.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/whatwerelookingfor2.jpgwhatwerelookingfor2More of what we came for.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/whatwerelookingfor.jpgwhatwerelookingforThis is what we came for.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/snowcamp.jpgsnowcampSnowcamping!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/roadcamp.jpgroadcampSunset Thursday night did NOT suck.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/road.jpgroadThis was as much as I ever saw of the road that they said was under there.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/perfectweather.jpgperfectweatherOn the way out. Radiance defined.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/mightydome.jpgmightydomeI love clouds.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/leavingtheditch.jpgleavingtheditchA last look at the valley.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/highsierra.jpghighsierraAt Olmquist Point- it doesn't look like this when you drive here.2011-05-23T19:32:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/22/portland-1-community/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/pdx.jpgpdxThere is a certain romance to all cities dominated by their bridges.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/luna.jpglunaA lovely friend, now one year wiser, who knows that mango sticky rice is way better than birthday cake.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/gear.jpggearReal friends will let you sort your gear in their living room.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/crew.jpgcrewIt was an exceptionally fun Sunday morning bike ride.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/commons_drywall.jpgcommons_drywallSo exciting to see drywall in The Commons.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/broughton.jpgbroughtonSunny local climbing at Broughton Bluff.2011-06-11T05:19:44+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/18/success/2011-05-19T06:55:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/17/the-obvious-next-step/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/snowmeadow.jpgsnowmeadowPossibly one of the cooler photos I've taken on this trip.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/sentinelinthemist.jpgsentinelinthemistThe Leaning Tower in the mist.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/scariers.jpgscariersThe El Cap massif just seems a little scarier in the mist...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/leaning-tower.jpgleaning towerThe Leaning Tower and Bridalveil Falls in some rare sunshine.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/dave.jpgdaveI met Dave in Red Rocks, and he rocked the opening (crux moves) on slick granite.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/barry.jpgbarryBarry did a great job on this roof traverse.2011-05-18T03:08:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/11/it-is-solved-by-walking/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/spirit_tooth.jpgspirit_toothWelcome home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/learning1.jpglearning1Getting a full value education.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/learning.jpglearningAt least its the most beautiful schoolhouse I've ever been to...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/goodluck.jpggoodluckGood luck boys! Wish I could join you.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/big-gear.jpgbig gearBig gear for a big route.2011-05-11T21:15:08+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/07/dont-bullshit-yourself/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/real-climbing.jpgreal climbingMy friends at least, know how to have fun.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/photo-on-2011-05-07-at-16-06.jpgPhoto on 2011-05-07 at 16.06Staring down the fact that I'm not as put together as I'd like.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/optimistic.jpgoptimisticOptimistic on arrival.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0438.jpgIMG_0438Getting after it by any means necessary, thanks for the rope Kim.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/endofday.jpgendofdayBarry, on the way down.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/belay-ledge.jpgbelay ledgeNot a bad view off the belay.2011-05-08T00:19:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/03/stripped-awaygoing-to-yosemite/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/20110417-redrocks-250.jpg20110417-RedRocks-250Letting go of the baggage, and getting airborne at Red Rocks, NV. Photo by Jordan Siemens Photography LLChttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/mg_1224.jpg_MG_1224Letting go of the baggage, getting airborne in Red Rocks, NV.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/salathe_route.jpgSalathe_routeCourtesy of supertopo. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/3389_1.jpg3389_13389-1. After 17 days on Denali, everything was stripped away.2011-05-04T04:02:11+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/05/01/warm-wasnt-a-theme-for-today/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_03561.jpgIMG_0356But not here...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0355.jpgIMG_0355Or there...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0368.jpgIMG_0368https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0362.jpgIMG_0362And so we headed that direction, and down...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0358.jpgIMG_0358I swear just over there!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0353.jpgIMG_0353It looks warm over there...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/img_0352.jpgIMG_0352Looks warm and long!2011-05-04T02:33:54+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/29/salt-lake-city-ut/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_0730.jpgIMG_0730Dialing the skills you read about is essential, even if you don't have a cliff to work with.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_0737.jpgIMG_0737Few finer things than being outside with fine people.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_0734.jpgIMG_0734A privilege I felt very fortunate to be included in.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_0729.jpgIMG_0729Sometimes you just have to make some space for your baggage.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/img_0305.jpgIMG_0305Granite is just around the corner, along with the limestone, quartzite, ice climbing, and skiing in Little Cottonwood canyon.2011-05-04T04:44:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/14/bishop-california-prelude/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110414-085552.jpg20110414-085552.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110414-085522.jpg20110414-085522.jpg2011-04-26T21:00:19+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/26/skiing-round-2/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/powder.jpgpowderNot a bad day to ski for the first time since February.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/departure.jpgdepartureThe departure of an awesome partner...2011-04-26T19:22:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/20/betting-odds/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/car-tow.jpgcar towGetting back in business. More photos soon.2011-04-26T02:28:48+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/23/betting-odds-addendum/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/capitolreef-np.jpgcapitolreef NPCanyon country is a most unique cathedral.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/veagscrew.jpgveagscrewVery good odds to have great companions.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/canyoncountry1.jpgcanyoncountry1Utah Hwy 24 is not the fastest way to get to Moab, but is highly recommended.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/jordangetshigh.jpgjordangetshighFrom the belay ledge on pitch 3 of "Dark Shadows", Pine Creek Canyon, Red Rocks. This climb was Jordan's first real multipitch trad route.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/zion_south.jpgzion_southhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/zion-north.jpgzion northhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/thewayup.jpgthewayuphttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/signpost.jpgsignposthttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/partnerinclimb.jpgpartnerinclimbhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/jordan-working.jpgjordan working2011-04-24T01:41:37+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/18/new-stuff/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110420-081855.jpg20110420-081855.jpg2011-04-20T15:19:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/15/bishop-intermezzo-a-k-a-smackdown/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110415-072922.jpg20110415-072922.jpg2011-04-17T03:23:00+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/12/alturas-california/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110412-104318.jpg20110412-104318.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110412-103817.jpg20110412-103817.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110412-102552.jpg20110412-102552.jpg2011-04-15T04:24:28+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/09/kids-these-days-2/2011-04-09T15:56:20+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/07/climbing/2011-04-08T00:36:24+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/07/exploring-eastern-oregon/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/sheep-rock1.jpgsheep rockThe Sheep Rock unit of John Day National Monument makes the Badlands look like a middle school diorama.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/cleanup.jpgcleanupStuff doesn't fit so pretty after a few days on the road.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/yes-painted.jpgyes paintedThey weren't kidding, the hills are painted.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/yes-painted-5.jpgyes painted 5https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/yes-painted-4.jpgyes painted 4https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/yes-painted-3.jpgyes painted 3https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/yes-painted-2.jpgyes painted 2https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/this-is-oregon.jpgthis is oregonI kept asking myself, this is Oregon?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/this-is-oregon-2.jpgthis is oregon 2So many landscapes, just a little further east than normal.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/open-country.jpgopen countryI love open country.2011-04-08T00:35:49+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/06/shakedown-cruise/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/entrance.jpgentranceDown the rabbit hole...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/leading.jpgleadingBack in the thick of it, on More Sandy Than Kevin (5.11a). Photo: Danica Yateshttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/swim.jpgswimStill giggling, and stoked to have long underwear post swim.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/stellar-crew.jpgstellar crewA guy couldn't ask for better companions.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/exit.jpgexitOnly ankle [hip] deep...."https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/drm-leads.jpgdrm leadsDustin getting the goods.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/camping.jpgcampingSign? What sign?2011-04-08T16:43:32+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/04/exiting/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/ducts.jpgductsAfter 3 years of working in HVAC, I finally actually DID something tangible.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/gear.jpggearSomehow this all fits in my Jetta?https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/fit.jpgfit!Yup! Time to roll out...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/cleaned-out.jpgcleaned outMy room for the last 15 months, now empty... an amazing place to call home.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/bike-sale.jpgbike saleI'll be sad to see this bike sell, but excited to upgrade. Funny how my bikes always look the best right before I sell them...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/bed_scs.jpgbed_scsI must really like this bed to put in the work to move it.2011-04-06T19:28:53+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/04/04/skiing-round-1/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/20110404-103144.jpg20110404-103144.jpg2011-04-04T17:32:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/27/training-benchmark/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/kbs-e1301276715416.jpgKBsFor a good time...2011-03-29T16:15:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/27/chicken/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/chinaman.jpgChinamanChinaman, 5.11b, at Frenches Dome, OR - where I finally came to terms with lead falling on bolts.2011-03-29T16:14:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/22/do-something/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/sawtooths-sunrise.jpgsawtooths sunriseWhat are you going to do when the day dawns?2011-03-25T20:33:27+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/14/plans/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/baggage.jpgbaggageLive in the moment. Let the baggage go. Get the feeling to stick. https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/kahiltna.jpgKahiltnaThe mighty Kahiltna on our way in to Denali Basecamp in 2009.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_3203.jpgIMG_3203Mt. Foraker, as seen from 14,000 camp on Denali, from my trip in 2009https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/sky-ridge.jpgSky RidgeSomething says I can't leave Oregon without kicking off the trip at Smith.2011-04-04T21:35:28+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/20/berkeley-california/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/pub.jpgpubThanks for a great space, solid acoustics, and an attentive crowd!https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/in_n_out.jpgin_n_outDouble double, animal style and fries... time to hit the Airdyne.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_0501.jpgIMG_0501Just another fine business establishment in Willits, CA.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_0499.jpgIMG_0499Wonderful musicians, also wonderful people.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/albino.jpgalbinoOne of only probably 50 albino redwoods in the world.2011-03-21T05:53:05+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/17/arcata-california/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/20110317-104010.jpg20110317-104010.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/20110317-103941.jpg20110317-103941.jpg2011-03-18T05:44:57+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/09/getting-ready/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/img_0349.jpgIMG_0349Letting go of the baggage... for a profit.2011-03-15T02:54:02+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/17/what-we-need/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/2011-02-17-wod.jpg2011.02.17 WODWork done at 5:30am this morning. My times are in the column on the right.2011-03-05T22:13:38+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/22/church/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5404.jpgIMG_5404Getting pious on my first mixed climbing lead ever.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5402.jpgIMG_5402Church is beautiful.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_2699.jpgIMG_2699There's music in church (photo credit to Pat Clinton or Mark Clark).https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_0367.jpgIMG_0367https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_0328.jpgIMG_0328Charity is an opportunity- I feel lucky to have professional skills that can benefit a great project.2011-03-05T22:13:06+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/02/valdez-finale/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/st-elias.jpgst eliasThe great land calls us back. Can't wait for the next trip.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/road-home2.jpgroad home2Chugach Range.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/road-home1.jpgroad home1Driving through the middle of nowhere is awesome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/road-home-3.jpgroad home 3Lines everywhere...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/hub.jpghubhttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/height1.jpgheighthttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/fun.jpgfunA great day out at the top of pitch 2.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/bigness.jpgbignessSo the guy on lead is 6'7"...https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/wi3.jpgWI3Just really fun.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/the-steepness.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe. Big. Ness. Keystone Greensteps.2011-10-08T21:29:51+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/03/05/business/2011-03-05T22:10:45+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/24/valdez-prelude/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/20110224-030612.jpg20110224-030612.jpg2011-03-01T18:31:36+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/26/valdez-intermezzo/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/20110228-094801.jpg20110228-094801.jpghttps://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/20110226-091439.jpg20110226-091439.jpg2011-03-01T18:31:13+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/12/smith/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5400.jpgIMG_5400After a full day, we still feel humble.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5397.jpgIMG_5397Kicking off the season correctly, after the hardest on-sight yet.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5393.jpgIMG_5393Simple kit for a warm February day of sport climbing.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5386.jpgIMG_5386Topping out Voyage of the Cow Dog- windproof layer is recommended.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5382.jpgIMG_538260 degrees and sunny- February at Smith is awesome.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_5381.jpgIMG_5381A solid partner can make or break the best days. Thanks for making mine Pat.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/img_0065.jpgBack CameraThe skies at Smith are often the best part (photo from August 2010).2011-02-13T07:41:12+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/10/los-angeles/https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/venice-beach.jpgVenice BeachMany fond memories of this place, I'll miss coming here.https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/sierras_feb10.jpgsierras_feb10On the way home, I had a pretty good look at where I'll be training for Denali later this year. Sierra Mountains, California https://stickthefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/cheer.jpgCHEER2011-02-15T17:40:52+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/06/2011-02-05-training/2011-02-06T08:54:01+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.com/2011/02/06/hello-world/2011-02-06T04:33:55+00:00monthlyhttps://stickthefeeling.comdaily1.02025-07-18T16:29:46+00:00